The Mayor of the Capital and candidate of the “Alternativa” Bloc, Ion Ceban, exercised his right to vote at 08:30. He went to the polling station with his wife.
“I voted for the development of the Republic of Moldova, for our country, for the future of our children. I voted to make sure that the promises of politicians and the expectations of the people are fulfilled when those promises are made. I voted for professionalism and for people who can responsibly lead the country and solve the issues that affect every citizen,” declared Ion Ceban.
At the same time, he urged citizens to vote, stressing that each vote counts.
Former Minister of Internal Affairs Andrei Nastase voted on the morning of September 28 during the parliamentary elections. He went to the polling station in the National Bureau of Statistics building on Gradina Botanica Street in Chisinau with his wife and daughter.
“I came with the best thoughts for the Republic of Moldova. I chose a European, dignified Moldova with our heads held high. A country where we need justice and where we must eradicate poverty,” said Nastase.
In his message to voters, he urged citizens to actively participate in the electoral process:
“As we are already used to, on election day we go together with our family to vote. We want to send a message to every citizen: go out and vote. We can make history today through our massive presence and through our determination to see the Republic of Moldova reach its natural place—in the united European family.”
Nastase emphasized that today’s vote is not just a democratic exercise but also a commitment to the country’s future: “We must show ourselves as a united, civilized, and well-intentioned society.”
Independent candidate Olesea Stamate also voted in the parliamentary elections on September 28. After casting her vote, she addressed citizens with a message about her commitment to a European, fair, and citizen-focused Moldova.
“Today I voted for a Moldova where people come first, for a European and fair country. I voted with confidence. Moldova has a future, and I believe this future starts right now,” said Stamate.
She called on citizens to participate in the elections and to support independent candidates: “I believe that an independent vote is a vote that shows we will no longer be blackmailed and that Moldova can move forward with dignity.”
President of the “Future of Moldova” party, Vasile Tarlev, who aspires to the position of deputy in the Parliament of the Republic of Moldova, exercised his right to vote around 09:00.
He arrived at the polling station accompanied by his wife.”I voted first of all for all the things that have been discussed in the past days. We want peace for Moldova, a consolidation of the Moldovan people, no matter where they are – whether in the country or abroad. We want to stand together, with our parents, friends, and brothers, in order to develop our country. We want a developed, prosperous, and strong country,” stated Tarlev after casting his vote.
On September 28, 2025, the citizens of the Republic of Moldova are electing a new Parliament—the supreme representative body of the people and the only legislative authority of the state. This election marks the eleventh parliamentary vote since the proclamation of independence.
Over 3.2 million voters are expected to go to the polls. The 101 newly elected deputies will serve a four-year term. The vote takes place under the principles of universal, equal, direct, secret, and free suffrage.
For the first time in a legislative election, Moldovan citizens abroad can vote by correspondence in ten selected states if they registered by August 14, 2025. In total, authorities opened 2,274 polling stations: 1,961 inside the country, 301 abroad, and 12 for residents on the left bank of the Dniester River. In the capital and surrounding suburbs, 313 polling stations are operating.