Politics

15 November, 2026 / 19:39

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Over 43,500 citizens participate in elections in Autonomous Territorial Unit of Gagauzia by 18:00

More than 43,500 people by 18:00 had participated in the elections for the People's Assembly of Gagauzia and for the position of Governor (bashkan) of the region. The figure represents 33.62 per cent of the number of voters registered on the electoral rolls.

According to the Central Electoral Commission (CEC), the highest voter turnout was recorded in the Bugeac constituency, where more than 55 per cent of voters cast their ballots, while the lowest was recorded in the Baurci constituency, with turnout of approximately 23 per cent.

As much as 56.02 per cent of the total number of voters were women and 43.98 per cent were men. The largest share consisted of voters aged 66–75 (63.57 per cent), followed by those in the 56–65 age group (50.11 per cent).

According to the General Police Inspectorate, 12 incidents involving possible violations of electoral legislation had been registered by this time. They included: electoral campaigning and the display of electoral materials – 3 cases; organized transportation of voters – 6 cases; incidents at polling stations – 1 case; voters’ bribery – 1 case; and photographing of the ballot paper – 1 case.

Voters have three more hours to cast their ballots. All 67 polling stations will be open until 21:00.

Elections today are held in the Autonomous Territorial Unit of Gagauzia for the positions of members of the People's Assembly and Governor of the region. A total of 132 candidates are registered for the 35 seats in the People's Assembly, while eight people are running for governor.

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