Factbox-Moldova's presidential run-off: who are the two candidates?


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  • Wednesday, 30 Oct 2024

FILE PHOTO: Moldova's incumbent President and presidential candidate Maia Sandu speaks with journalists after taking part in a televised election debate ahead of a presidential runoff in Chisinau, Moldova October 27, 2024. REUTERS/Vladislav Culiomza/File Photo

CHISINAU (Reuters) - Moldova holds the second round of its presidential election on Sunday, pitting the incumbent, pro-Western President Maia Sandu, against former prosecutor general Alexandr Stoianoglo. Sandu won 42.49% in the first round, while Stoianoglo received 25.9%.

Here are some key facts about the two candidates.

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