The criteria for the delimitation of constituencies are important to ensure equal voting power. In the law, the criteria for the delimitation of single-member constituencies are set out in Article 74(4) a-f. This provision prescribes inter alia that constituencies on the territory of the Republic of Moldova shall have between 55,000 and 60,000 voters, and that the deviation of the number of voters between constituencies shall not exceed 10% (instead of 15% in the draft; this requirement is superfluous if the former one is respected). The calculation is based on the number of voters registered in voter lists during the last general election. The reduction of the maximum deviation is welcome. Finally, the constituencies are to follow existing administrative-territorial units and, in particular, they have to respect the administrative limits of Gagauzia. These criteria are in line with the Code of Good Practice in Electoral Matters, which allows States a margin of discretion relative to their geographical, administrative and historical characteristics. However, it appears difficult, if not impossible, to respect all criteria together.