It is noted that Russian observers "were part of the monitoring missions of the CIS Interparliamentary Assembly, the CIS Executive Committee, the Parliamentary Assembly of the Union of Belarus and Russia, as well as the OSCE / ODIHR."
“During the pre-election period, the Russian Foreign Ministry has repeatedly expressed regret over the facts of external interference in the Moldovan internal political processes that took place on the part of the United States, the European Union and its member states,” the statement reads.
Zakharova said that "the Russian side, nevertheless, respects the results of the elections and expects that they will contribute to interethnic harmony in the Moldovan society."
“We confirm our readiness to develop multifaceted cooperation with the new Parliament and the Government of the Republic of Moldova.
We hope for the consistent implementation of the existing Russian-Moldovan agreements and arrangements, as well as for the continued active participation of the Republic of Moldova in the integration processes in the CIS space.
We are ready to interact with all Moldovan political forces aimed at strengthening ties between our countries and peoples.
We are convinced that the friendly nature of relations between Russia and Moldova meets the fundamental interests of our fellow citizens, who are linked by a common history, close spiritual, cultural and humanitarian ties, ”the Foreign Ministry spokeswoman said.
Early parliamentary elections were held in Moldova on Sunday, July 11.
The head of the CEC of Moldova, Dorin Chimil, said that the final turnout was 48.41%.