Overview of the Moldova 2025 parliamentary partial results
The Republic of Moldova is voting in its 2025 parliamentary election amid high stakes for the country’s European path and regional alignments. With no exit polls, observers rely on official partial results as sections are centralized. By late evening, after processing 1,185 of 2,274 stations (52.11%), 537,228 votes had been counted.
The latest partial tally shows the following top lines: PAS – 42.56% (228,641 votes); Blocul Patriotic (a coalition of pro-Russian forces including former centrists and allied parties) – 29.80% (160,112 votes); BE “Alternativa” – 7.96% (42,773 votes); PPDA – 6.76% (36,311 votes); Partidul Nostru – 6.39% (34,344 votes); PSDE – 1.13% (6,064 votes). These numbers reflect a race still in flux, with small‑section results counted first and larger urban centers likely to shift the final picture.
Earlier in the evening, as 269 sections were tallied (11.83%), PAS briefly led with 37.19% ahead of Bloc Patriotic at 34.75%, signaling a volatile but tightening contest as more votes are processed. By 22:30, the picture shifted in favor of PAS, while the Patriotic bloc slipped below the 30% mark as centralization continued.
Who are the main players
The electoral field centers on several major blocs and parties:
- Partidul Acțiune și Solidaritate (PAS) – the pro-European party allied with President Maia Sandu.
- Blocul Patriotic – an alliance of the socialists and communists, drawing on figures from Moldova’s political spectrum with ties to the former regional leadership.
- BE «Alternativa» – a bloc led by the pro‑Russo Chișinău mayor, Ion Ceban, often described as anti‑establishment and geopolitically oriented.
- PPDA – a reformist‑oriented party that has gained momentum on social media and is led by Victor Costiuc; its stance includes a focus on integrity and governance.
- Partidul Nostru – led by Renato Usatîi, a prominent business figure with regional influence in Balți and beyond.
Other participants include PSDE and smaller groupings, with many above or near the electoral thresholds established by law (5% for parties, 7% for blocs, and 2% for independents).
What the thresholds mean for the race
In Moldova’s electoral system, parties must clear a 5% threshold to gain seats, blocs 7%, and independents 2%. The current partial results show several participants well above the thresholds, with a few riskier standings among smaller formations. Because exit polls are not used in Moldova, the official centralization will continue to shape the early understanding of the balance of power and potential coalitions.
Turnout and diaspora dynamics
Turnout has been fluctuating throughout the day, with early reports indicating rising participation compared with previous cycles. At one point the diaspora set a record for turnout, reflecting strong cross‑border engagement. As counting progresses, the diaspora’s share could still influence the seat allocation, particularly for parties relying on voting outside the country to reach the electoral threshold and mandate targets.
Forecasts and next steps
Analysts note that, given the absence of exit polls, partial results must be interpreted cautiously. A preliminary estimate from AGORA, derived from early centralizations, suggested PAS could secure a plurality around 42.6% of the vote (approximately 47 mandates), with Bloc Patriotic around 31.4% (roughly 34 mandates), BE Alternativa near 11.6% (about 12 mandates), and Partidul Nostru around 8% (approximately 8 mandates). As more precincts report, these figures are likely to evolve, potentially reshaping coalition possibilities.
Observers continue to monitor for potential irregularities, security concerns, and the health of the vote-counting process across urban centers and abroad. Officials have underscored the importance of orderly proceedings and adherence to law to safeguard democratic legitimacy.
Conclusion
With more than half the precincts yet to report, Moldova’s 2025 parliamentary election remains closely watched. The partial results currently tilt toward PAS, but the final composition of the parliament will hinge on the next rounds of centralization, the diaspora vote, and coalition calculations. Citizens and observers will stay attentive as the vote count progresses toward a conclusive outcome.
