Issue Check: Direct Comparison of Party Positions

Political Compass
Conservative
Social
Market-oriented
Progressive
Stance on the EU
Anti-EU
Pro-EU

Economy & State

Wealth Redistribution
Pro-Redistribution
Market-Driven
Fiscal Policy
Public Investment
Austerity & Tax Cuts
Trade Policy
Free Trade
Protectionism

Society & Values

Civil Liberties vs. Security
Civil Liberties
Law & Order
Gender Equality Measures
Pro-Promotion
Against Promotion
LGBTQ+ Equality
Pro-Equality
Traditional Values
Same-Sex Marriage
Pro-Marriage
Against
Religion in Politics
Secularism
Religious Influence
Urban vs. Rural Priority
Focus on Urban Areas
Focus on Rural Areas

Environment & Climate

Environment vs. Economy: What's More Important?
Environmental Protection Over Economic Growth
Economic Growth Over Environmental Protection
Climate Action vs. Economic Growth
Climate Protection First
Economic Growth First

Migration & Integration

Immigration Policy
Open
Restrictive
Integration & Culture
Multiculturalism
Assimilation
Rights for Ethnic Minorities
Expand Rights
Equal Treatment Only
National Sovereignty
Cosmopolitan
Nationalist

Democracy & Institutions

Executive Power Distribution
Decentralized
Strong Executive
Judicial Independence
Independent
Executive Oversight
State Organization
Federalism
Centralism

The Political Landscape in Moldova: An Overview of All Parties

Key Parties

BEP

Patriotic Electoral Block
Left
The Blocul Electoral Patriotic (BEP) is a pro-Russian, national-conservative political alliance in Moldova. It positions itself as a rallying point for forces advocating for close ties with Moscow and defending traditional Christian Orthodox values against Western influences.

Blocul Alternativa

Alternative Block
Left
Blocul Alternativa (BA) is a pro-European, center-right party in Moldova. It positions itself as a civic alternative to the established political spectrum, combining liberal economic policies with a clear commitment to Western values and EU integration.

Blocul Victorie

BV
Far-Left

Blocul Împreună

Liberal
Centre-Right

CUB

Coalition for Unity and Welfare
Liberal
Centre-Right
The Coalition for Unity and Welfare (CUB) is a liberal-conservative, pro-European party in Moldova. It identifies as a centrist civic force, viewing the rule of law and integration into the Western value system as the sole path to survival for the Moldovan state.

MAN

National Alternative Movement
Left
MAN (Mișcarea Alternativă Națională) is a pro-European, social-democratic-leaning party in Moldova. It positions itself as a technocratic centrist force, aiming to bridge Western integration with efficient local governance, while simultaneously upholding national sovereignty.

Mișcarea Respect Moldova

MRM
Centre
Mișcarea Respect Moldova (MRM) is a centrist, pragmatically oriented party in Moldova. It positions itself as a moderate political force of the center, heavily relying on experienced former public officials and advocating a constructive, stability-oriented governing style that transcends ideological divides.

Partidul Mișcarea Modernistă

PMM
Centre
The PMM is a liberal, pro-European reform party in Moldova. It sees itself as a modernizing force, aiming to transform the country through radical anti-corruption measures, digitalization, and a consistent Western alignment to meet European standards.

Partidul Național Moldovenesc

PNM
Right
The PNM is a right-conservative and pro-European party in Moldova. It sees itself as the inheritor of the historical National Party's legacy, advocating for Romanian-Moldovan identity, European integration, and the strengthening of Christian-conservative values within the state.

Partidul Renașterii Implicare Moldova

PRIM
Centre
PRIM (Partidul Renașterii Implicare Moldova) is a centrist, pro-European political party in Moldova. It positions itself as a reformist force, focusing on social justice, economic modernization, and consistent adherence to the rule of law, aiming to bring the country closer to Western standards.

Partidul Verde Ecologist

PVM
Green
Centre
Partidul Verde Ecologist (PVM) is a pro-European, ecologically-oriented political party in Moldova. As a member of the European Greens, it advocates for sustainable development, climate protection, and the transformation of the Republic of Moldova in line with Western standards of rule of law and environmental justice.

PAS

Action and Solidarity Party
Liberal
Centre-Right
The PAS (Partidul Acțiune și Solidaritate) is a pro-European, liberal-conservative political party in Moldova. It positions itself as a reform movement dedicated to firmly anchoring the country within the European Union through robust anti-corruption efforts and the strengthening of the rule of law.

PCC

Party of Common Action – Civic Congress
Left
The PCC is a left-leaning, extra-parliamentary opposition party in Moldova, identifying itself as the "Party of Collective Action." It brings together left-wing intellectuals and activists who demand a radical break from the oligarchic past and advocate for social justice and an inclusive Moldovan civic nationalism.

PCRM

Party of Communists of the Republic of Moldova
Far-Left
The PCRM is a Marxist-Leninist party in Moldova. As a traditional left-wing force, it aims to restore a robust welfare state, blending communist ideology with a focus on Moldovan sovereignty and fostering close ties with the post-Soviet space.

PDA

Democracy at Home Party
Centre-Right
The PDA (Partidul Democrația Acasă) is a Unionist and right-wing populist party in Moldova. It positions itself as a radical extra-parliamentary force advocating for unification with Romania and an uncompromising fight against corruption through systemic change.

PDCM

Party of Development and Consolidation of Moldova
Centre-Right
The Partidul Dezvoltării și Consolidării Moldovei (PDCM) is a centrist, technocratically oriented party in Moldova. It positions itself as a force of the political center, prioritizing economic development and state stability over ideological conflicts.

PLDM

Liberal Democratic Party of Moldova
Centre-Right

PN

Our Party
Left
Partidul Nostru (PN) is a populist party in Moldova that positions itself as an anti-establishment force. It combines pragmatic state-centrism with a pro-Russian leaning and is often perceived as the "Party of the Regions" with a strong focus on local self-governance.

PPDA

Dignity and Truth Platform Party
Centre-Right
The PPDA is a pro-European, liberal-conservative party in Moldova that emerged from a civil society protest movement against corruption. It sees itself as a civic alternative, advocating for the rule of law, transparency, and close integration with the European Union.

PSDE

European Social Democratic Party
Centre-Left
The PSDE is a center-left, pro-European party in Moldova. As the successor to the Democratic Party (PDM), it champions social democratic values and advocates for the country's deep integration into the European Union, alongside a close partnership with Romania.

PSRM

Party of Socialists of the Republic of Moldova
Left
The PSRM is a pro-Russian, socialist-conservative party in Moldova. It blends a left-leaning economic policy with an authoritarian-leaning social conservatism, advocating for close ties with Moscow and the preservation of Moldovan statehood.

Other Parties

Historical Parties

Data Sources and Methodology

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CHES – Chapel Hill Expert Survey

The leading expert survey on party positions in Europe. Over 400 political scientists document party stances based on rigorous scientific criteria.

Additional Sources

Rovny, Jan, et al. “25 Years of Political Party Positions in Europe: The Chapel Hill Expert Survey, 1999-2024.”

V-Party – Parties of the World Dataset

A specialized project by the University of Gothenburg, where international political scientists evaluate the fundamental identities and organizations of parties worldwide.

Additional Sources

Lindberg, Staffan I., et al. 2022. "Varieties of Party Identity and Organization (V–Party) Dataset V2."