Moldova's Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu announced his resignation on Friday, July 03, 2026, triggering the government's resignation.Munteanu, who had served since November 2025, cited personal convictions as the reason for his decision.The move comes amid public outcry over high salaries in state agencies like MoldATSA.President Maia Sandu stated Munteanu would remain in his role until a successor is appointed, emphasizing consultations with parliamentary factions.Sandu praised Munteanu's reforms but denied claims he was prevented from addressing corruption.Munteanu, 62, was appointed after PAS's 2025 election victory, marking a pro-European shift.Moldova, a European Union candidate nation, faces political tensions between pro-European and pro-Russian factions.The resignation highlights ongoing governance challenges and the country's path toward EU membership.