Maia Sandu

Force in Play

In office

Moldova declared a Russian embassy staffer persona non grata on October 23 after a drone carrying explosives crashed about 100 metres from a home in Chistelnita. On November 10, Russia summoned Moldova's ambassador, Lilian Darii, and declared a Moldovan embassy employee persona non grata in return.

Updated 5 hours ago

Built World

Attended the November 8 inauguration and said two more power lines to Romania are planned

President Maia Sandu and European Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos inaugurated the 157-kilometer Vulcanesti-Chisinau power line on November 8. The 400-kilovolt line was energized that day, connecting Moldova's grid to Romania and the wider European market without passing through Transnistria. Sandu said two more power lines to Romania are planned.

Updated 3 days ago

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As of September 2026: Chaired National Security Council on energy resilience

Moldova's 60-day state of emergency over energy and water supplies took effect September 26. The government's first orders restrict electricity exports during evening peak hours and cut lighting in public buildings by at least 30%.

Updated Sep 28

Rule Changes

As of May 2026: Attending Cyprus presidency events, advancing Moldova's EU accession alongside Ukraine

Cyprus, a divided island of a million people, took control of the EU Council on January 1, 2026. The presidency begins as Europe faces Russia's war in Ukraine entering year four, crumbling transatlantic unity, and a €2 trillion budget battle. It kicked off on January 7 with a ceremony in Nicosia featuring President Zelenskyy, and it promises a 'new approach' to Ukraine's EU accession while juggling 330 legislative files.

Updated May 19