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Moldova confirms new government

CHISINAU, Moldova: Moldova's parliament on Thursday (Friday in Manila) voted in a new government after the surprise resignation of its prime minister, as tensions run high over allegations of Russian attempts to destabilize the country on the southern border of Ukraine.

Parliament ratified the cabinet of Prime Minister Dorin Recean, named by the pro-European President Maia Sandu to replace Natalia Gavrilita, who quit last Friday citing a lack of party support.

RATIFIED Moldova's newly appointed Prime Minister Dorin Recean addresses Moldovan Parliament during his investment vote in Chisinau on Thursday, Feb. 16, 2023. AFP PHOTO