Live snapshot of Moldova’s 2025 parliamentary vote — partial results
The Republic of Moldova held parliamentary elections on a tightly watched path toward a pro-European government, with no exit polls and partial results guiding early expectations. As counting progressed, the most detailed figures came from central precincts, revealing how parties and blocs were faring midway through the tally.
At the latest update, after 1,185 of 2,274 sections reported (52.11%), the results stood as follows: Partidul Acțiune și Solidaritate (PAS), aligned with President Maia Sandu, led with 42.56% of votes (228,641). The Blocul Patriotic — a coalition of socialists and communists — clustered at 29.80% (160,112). Other notable results included BE “Alternativa” at 7.96% (42,773), PPDA at 6.76% (36,311), and Partidul Nostru at 6.39% (34,344). A small share for PSDE appeared at 1.13% (6,064). These early numbers reflect the ongoing trend as smaller sections are counted first and the larger urban centers will shape the final balance more slowly.
Earlier updates showed the race moving in waves. In the first batches (about 11–35% of sections), Blocul Patriotic sometimes led or trailed PAS depending on which stations reported first, but as more results rolled in, PAS began to consolidate its lead. By the 22:10 and 22:30 updates, PAS hovered around the low 40s while the Patriotic bloc was in the high 20s to low 30s, with other parties staying below the electoral thresholds. By 22:45, PAS held a clear lead in the nationwide count, with the Patriotic bloc still solid but significantly behind the front-runner.
For context, Moldova’s electoral rules set thresholds to qualify for seats: 5% for parties, 7% for electoral blocs, and 2% for independents. No exit polls are released, so these partial tallies provide the first real-time indications of the political tilt as the country heads toward a decision on its European path versus other influences.
Beyond the numbers, the night underscored the continuing importance of diaspora participation, which has repeatedly influenced the overall outcome. Officials reported a record turnout abroad in several stages of the count, with thousands casting ballots across Europe and North America, potentially impacting the distribution of mandates as results tighten in domestic centers.
In the immediate aftermath of closing polls, political leaders urged vigilance and faith in the rule of law. PAS leaders highlighted the need for a peaceful, rule-based process, while opponents signaled readiness to protest if they believed the process deviated from legality. The final composition of Moldova’s next parliament will hinge on how the remaining sections balance the tally as counting extends into the late hours and beyond.
What the partial results reveal about the race
The current top-line shows PAS sustaining a strong position, particularly given its association with central government reform and the European integration agenda. The Bloc Patriotic remains a formidable bloc, but its share appears to be narrowing as more votes are counted. Minor parties and the “Alternativa” bloc are far from the 5% threshold, while some smaller players are well below the cut, underscoring a polarized but consolidating field among those near or above the threshold.
Analysts note that the final outcome will depend heavily on late counts from major urban centers and the diaspora, where turnout patterns could tilt seat allocations in unpredictable ways. The absence of an exit poll makes each incremental update crucial for gauging the likely parliamentary balance in the coming four years.
Key players and blocs at this stage
<strong PAS — pro-European, led by Maia Sandu allies, currently the leading force in this partial tally.
<strong Bloc Patriotic — a coalition of socialists and communists, maintaining a strong but narrowing share.
<strong BE Alternativa, PPDA, and Partidul Nostru — smaller parties with varying degrees of support, all under the 5% threshold in many updates, shaping potential coalition dynamics.
What to watch next
Markets and observers will closely monitor how the remaining sections influence seat distribution, especially in Chișinău and other large cities. The diaspora’s continued participation could further sway final results, given historically higher foreign turnout. As counting continues, both domestic and international voices will await a clearer map of Moldova’s governing trajectory for the 2025–2029 period.
Context and rules
Overall, Moldova maintains a multi-party system with thresholds designed to ensure compact majorities while preventing fringe fragmentation. The lack of exit polls means that partial results are the best early indicators of the political mood, but the final tally will define the country’s path forward—whether it leans toward deepening European integration or balancing competing regional influences.
