Regard must however be given to the overall context. Elections are not held in a vacuum but in the context of a specific electoral system and a given party system. The Moldovan context of frequent changes to the electoral system and their lack of transparency should be taken into consideration when innovating. Frequent changes can affect voter confidence in the electoral process. Care must be taken by States to avoid not just manipulation to the advantage of the party in power but even the mere semblance of manipulation. Changes of the Moldovan system occurred in 2010, twice in 2013, 2014 and 2017, 2020 and 2022. The short time frame also increases the level of risk.