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Do you support the amendment of the Constitution with a view to the accession of the Republic of Moldova to the European Union? | ||||||||||||||||||||||
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 Results by first-level administrative divisions, sectors of Chișinău and abroad Yes: 50–60% 60–70% 70–80% No: 50–60% 60–70% 70–80% 80–90% 90–100% | ||||||||||||||||||||||
A nationwide referendum was held in Moldova on 20 October 2024[1] on whether the country should amend the Constitution of Moldova to include the Moldovan citizens' wish for European Union membership, in order to prevent future governments from easily shifting the country away from its pro-European trajectory.[2][3] The referendum occured on the same day as the 2024 Moldovan presidential election.
Incumbent president Maia Sandu campaigned for the "yes" side in the referendum.[4] Turnout was above the 33.33% required for the referendum to be considered valid. Though a majority of Moldovans voted in favour of Moldova's EU aspirations, the referendum was described as closer than expected, with allegations of Russia-backed meddling emerging in the meantime, such as instances of vote bribery for the "no" side.[5]
- ^ "Moldova announces presidential elections, EU accession referendum for October". TVP World. 17 April 2024. Retrieved 17 April 2024.
- ^ "Moldova to hold EU accession referendum in autumn". SeeNews. 19 March 2024. Retrieved 26 March 2024.
- ^ "Moldovan president launches campaign to promote EU referendum". Reuters. 18 March 2024.
The referendum would vote on enshrining Moldova's EU ambitions in the constitution ensuring that the bid is not derailed by future governments.
- ^ "Moldovan president launches campaign to promote EU referendum". Reuters. 18 March 2024.
President Maia Sandu launched a campaign to promote an upcoming referendum on Moldova's push to join the European Union on Monday, calling on civil leaders to rally support for the country's accession to the 27-member bloc.
- ^ "Early results show 50% of Moldovans vote 'yes' at referendum on EU aspiration". Reuters.