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Pro-EU Reformer wins Moldovan Presidential Election

Charles Maynes

   MOSCOW - A pro-European reformer has won the presidency of Moldova --
   defeating her Moscow-backed opponent in a second-round vote that
   centered around the economy, corruption, and what course the small,
   one-time Soviet republic would choose in the tug and pull between
   Russia and the West.

   With all the [1]ballots counted, Maia Sandu, 48, a former prime
   minister and World Bank economist who campaigned on increased European
   integration, had received just more than 57% of all votes cast.

   She is the first elected female leader in Moldova.

   Speaking on Monday, Sandu thanked supporters and promised to do her
   best to win over those who doubted her.

   "I say to those who voted for my opponent -- you did not lose, I will
   earn your trust every day," Sandu said.

   "Moldova should be a good home for all citizens regardless of their
   nationality and the language they speak," she added.

References

   1. https://pv.cec.md/cec-template-presidential-results.html

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