Moldovan govt steps down - PM

MOSCOW. July 3 (Interfax) - Moldovan Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu has announced government resignation.

"I conclude my term as the prime minister today. I accepted the offer to serve as the prime minister with great responsibility and the firm conviction that I could help change the situation for the better. The moment I realized my inability to carry out my mandate in accordance with my personal principles and convictions I decided to step down," Munteanu said on a social network.

He thanked all of his colleagues, "ministers, their teams and everyone working in a professional and diligent manner."

"I will continue to serve my country irrespective of my position, place of residence or duties performed either in public or in private sector. I believe that the duty to the country is not related to the position we hold, but to our dedication," Munteanu said.

He took the office as the prime minister on November 1, 2025.

A government crisis broke out in Moldova in the past two weeks. The uncovered recruitment abuse by state enterprises, unfounded payments to their employees and other violations caused a scandal.

The Munteanu government will continue to fulfill its duties until the new government is formed.