Nicolae Timofti Elected President by Parliament

The election of Nicolae Timofti as president by the Moldovan parliament marked a pivotal moment in the country's political landscape. Following a prolonged political crisis that began in April 2009, Moldova had been without a full-time president for an extended period, relying instead on three acting presidents after the resignation of Vladimir Voronin. The political deadlock was characterized by a struggle between the ruling coalition and the opposition, particularly the Communist Party of the Republic of Moldova (PCRM), which boycotted the presidential election. Timofti's election was achieved with 62 votes out of 101 in parliament, signaling a shift in the political dynamics and an attempt to restore stability in the governance of Moldova. His presidency was seen as a potential turning point for the country, which had been grappling with internal divisions and the need for effective leadership to address pressing issues such as economic development and European integration.