(1) The President of the Republic of Moldova is the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces.

(2) The President of the Republic of Moldova may declare, with the prior approval of the Parliament, partial or general mobilization.

(3) In case of armed aggression against the country, the President of the Republic of Moldova takes measures to reject aggression, declares a state of war and brings them to the attention of Parliament without delay. If Parliament is not in session, it shall convene as a matter of law within 24 hours of the start of the aggression.

(4) The President of the Republic of Moldova may take other measures to ensure national security and public order, within the limits and under the conditions of the law.