Moldova president nominates businessman Vasile Tofan as prime minister

The president of the Republic announced today the appointment of a new prime minister, a decision that follows the resignation of former premier Alexandru Munteanu earlier this month. The decree, issued by the presidential office, names former finance minister Elena Ionescu as the head of government, pending a confidence vote in the lower house of parliament scheduled for next week. The move comes amid ongoing coalition negotiations after Munteanu’s departure, which was attributed to internal party pressures and a series of policy disagreements.

Ionescu, who has served in several senior cabinet positions, is expected to form a coalition that reflects the current parliamentary balance, incorporating both the ruling Social Democratic Party and several centrist allies. The president emphasized the need for stability and continuity in economic and foreign policy, noting that the new administration will prioritize fiscal reforms and regional cooperation. Parliament is set to convene on Thursday to consider the confidence motion, after which the new government will be formally installed if it secures the required majority.