Moldovan President Accused of Interference in Romanian Elections: Businessman Cancels Plans

Chișinău, Moldova – Paul Nicolau, the businessman known as "Pescobar," has sparked controversy by claiming he's abandoning plans to open a restaurant in Chișinău due to President Maia Sandu's alleged interference in Romania's recent elections. Nicolau, in a TikTok video, stated, "Doamna Maia o dă de gard." This translates roughly to "Madam Maia is messing things up." He implies that Sandu's actions influenced how the Romanian diaspora in Moldova voted. This isn't an isolated claim; George Simion and former anti-corruption prosecutor Victoria Furtună have also accused Sandu of interfering in the Romanian elections. The accusations raise serious questions about the integrity of the electoral process and the relationship between Moldova and Romania. While Sandu's office has yet to respond to these accusations, the controversy highlights ongoing tensions and the sensitivity surrounding political influence in the region. The situation underscores the importance of transparency and accountability in electoral processes. Further investigations are needed to determine the extent of any alleged interference.