Moldova's twin elections to determine its geopolitical future

Contributing sentiments towards policy:

87% : "European integration has been part of our lives for about 15 years, but President Sandu has been an incredible driver for EU integration," said Rosca.
62% : Chisinau has taken decisive steps toward EU integration.
61% : Many of those voting for EU integration or PAS are doing so because they believe it will bring about a functional state.
57% : But under President Sandu's administration, there has been a clear shift toward EU integration," she said.
56% : Since Sandu and her PAS came to power, many believe the situation is different, largely due to the significant strides Chisinau has made toward EU accession.
55% : "'Yes' vote expectedPolls in Moldova suggest that the probable outcomes of the upcoming votes will be a 'yes' for continued EU integration in the referendum, and a second term for Sandu, most likely in the runoff on November 3.Sandu has benefited from Moldova's rapid progress toward EU accession -- Chisinau is discussing a possible 2030 accession date, and its achievements so far are in stark contrast to Western Balkan nations that have been working toward membership for years, in some cases decades.
55% : The prospect of EU integration, rather than remaining in Russia's sphere of influence, offers a far more attractive future for Moldovans.
51% : "She's built trust and shown the Moldovan people that, with hard work, the necessary reforms for EU accession can happen.
51% : Instead, opponents of Sandu such as Alexandr Stoianoglo, backed by the traditionally pro-Russian Socialist Party (PSRM), call for for neutrality in their campaigns, and to balance EU integration with maintaining relationships with other powers, notably including Russia.
49% : The Russian plot to destabilise Moldova, revealed by Sandu and other top officials in February 2023, showed how far Moscow is prepared to go to prevent Moldova from progressing smoothly to EU accession.

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