Presidency of the Republic of MoldovaGovernment

The Presidency of the Republic of Moldova is the institution supporting the head of state, who represents the nation and guarantees its sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity. Under Moldova's semi-presidential/parliamentary system, the president serves as the supreme commander of the armed forces and plays a key role in foreign policy and national defense. The office was established on September 3, 1990, during the transition toward independence, with Mircea Snegur serving as the first president.