Moldova's PAS faces credibility crisis as single‑party rule falters

Since the 2021 election, the Party Action and Solidarity (PAS) has held the presidency, parliament and government in Moldova, positioning itself as the driver of European integration, merit‑based administration and anti‑corruption reforms. Five years on, the party's dominance is being questioned as citizens judge the government by everyday outcomes rather than geopolitical gains.

The article highlights a growing erosion of public trust caused by controversial appointments, accusations of patronage, delays in promised reforms and repeated cabinet reshuffles. While PAS still controls the legislative agenda, the crisis is described as one of credibility rather than a constitutional or parliamentary impasse, reflecting doubts about the effectiveness of a mono‑party governance model.