Moldova

Country Moldova
Capital Chișinău
Continent Europe
Currency Moldovan leu(MDL)
Languages Moldovan(Romanian), Russian, Ukrainian & Gagauz

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Part of Romania during the interwar period, Moldova was incorporated into the Soviet Union at the close of World War II. Although the country has been independent from the USSR since 1991, Russian forces have remained on Moldovan territory east of the Dniester River supporting the Slavic majority population, mostly Ukrainians and Russians, who have proclaimed a "Transnistria" republic. One of the poorest nations in Europe, Moldova became the first former Soviet state to elect a Communist, Vladimir VORONIN, as its president in 2001. VORONIN served as Moldova's president until he resigned in September 2009, following the opposition's gain of a narrow majority in July parliamentary elections and the Communist Party's (PCRM) subsequent inability to attract the three-fifths of parliamentary votes required to elect a president. Moldova's four opposition parties formed a new coalition, the Alliance for European Integration (AEI), which will act as Moldova's governing coalition until new parliamentary elections can be held, possibly in summer 2010. Moldova experienced significant political uncertainty in 2009, holding two general elections (in April and July) and four presidential ballots in parliament, all of which failed to secure a president.

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Moldova, Ukraine dismiss breakaway republic's drone strike claims - The Times of IndiaMoldova, Ukraine dismiss breakaway republic's drone strike claims  The Times of India

Petrol bomb thrown at Russian embassy in Moldova - The Indian ExpressPetrol bomb thrown at Russian embassy in Moldova  The Indian Express

Startup Moldova Summit 2024: Driving Innovation and Growth India - English - PR NewswireStartup Moldova Summit 2024: Driving Innovation and Growth India - English  PR Newswire

Transnistria Blames Ukrainian Drone Strike After Military Site Explosion - Voice of America - VOA NewsTransnistria Blames Ukrainian Drone Strike After Military Site Explosion  Voice of America - VOA News

Moldovan president launches campaign to promote EU referendum - ThePrintMoldovan president launches campaign to promote EU referendum  ThePrint

Man arrested in Moldova following firebomb incident at Russian embassy - The Times of IndiaMan arrested in Moldova following firebomb incident at Russian embassy  The Times of India

Breakaway Moldova region blames military site blast on drone from Ukraine - The Times of IndiaBreakaway Moldova region blames military site blast on drone from Ukraine  The Times of India

Petrol bomb thrown at Russian embassy in Moldova - The Times of IndiaPetrol bomb thrown at Russian embassy in Moldova  The Times of India

Moldova dismisses reported drone strike in breakaway enclave as provocation - ThePrintMoldova dismisses reported drone strike in breakaway enclave as provocation  ThePrint

Moldova faces multiple threats from Russia as it turns toward EU membership, foreign minister says - The Associated PressMoldova faces multiple threats from Russia as it turns toward EU membership, foreign minister says  The Associated Press

Moldovan president launches campaign to promote EU referendum - ReutersMoldovan president launches campaign to promote EU referendum  Reuters

Ukrainian refugees find life-saving care – and a support network – at Moldovan hospital - United Nations Population FundUkrainian refugees find life-saving care – and a support network – at Moldovan hospital  United Nations Population Fund

Why Moldova is raring to start its EU accession talks - Financial TimesWhy Moldova is raring to start its EU accession talks  Financial Times

2 years since Ukraine and Moldova synchronised electricity grids with EU - Energy2 years since Ukraine and Moldova synchronised electricity grids with EU  Energy

Breakaway Moldova region blames military site blast on drone from Ukraine - The Economic TimesBreakaway Moldova region blames military site blast on drone from Ukraine  The Economic Times

If Kyiv fell, would Moldova have been next? - Responsible StatecraftIf Kyiv fell, would Moldova have been next?  Responsible Statecraft

UNHCR Moldova Fact Sheet, February 2024 - Moldova - ReliefWebUNHCR Moldova Fact Sheet, February 2024 - Moldova  ReliefWeb

Estonians help Moldova strengthen cyber security capacity - Estonian WorldEstonians help Moldova strengthen cyber security capacity  Estonian World

NATO and Moldova strengthen energy resilience against cyber and hybrid threats - NATO HQNATO and Moldova strengthen energy resilience against cyber and hybrid threats  NATO HQ

Moldova Dismisses Alleged Drone Attack on Transnistria - Balkan InsightMoldova Dismisses Alleged Drone Attack on Transnistria  Balkan Insight

Startup Moldova Summit 2024: Driving Innovation and Growth USA - English - USA - English - PR NewswireStartup Moldova Summit 2024: Driving Innovation and Growth USA - English - USA - English  PR Newswire

National Bank of Moldova launches instant payments system - Central BankingNational Bank of Moldova launches instant payments system  Central Banking

Republic of Moldova: GRECO calls for improvements in preventing corruption in the central government and the police - Council of EuropeRepublic of Moldova: GRECO calls for improvements in preventing corruption in the central government and the police  Council of Europe

Two years on, synchronisation of Ukraine and Moldova's electricity grids continues to ensure energy stability - European UnionTwo years on, synchronisation of Ukraine and Moldova's electricity grids continues to ensure energy stability  European Union

Republic of Moldova: six individuals and one entity listed for undermining the rule of law, stability and security in the ... - Présidence française du Conseil de l'Union européenne 2022Republic of Moldova: six individuals and one entity listed for undermining the rule of law, stability and security in the ...  Présidence française du Conseil de l'Union européenne 2022

Commission proposes to prolong road transport agreements with Ukraine and Moldova and introduces updates to the ... - European UnionCommission proposes to prolong road transport agreements with Ukraine and Moldova and introduces updates to the ...  European Union

Transnistria Ups the Ante Amid Creeping Pressure From Moldova - Carnegie Endowment for International PeaceTransnistria Ups the Ante Amid Creeping Pressure From Moldova  Carnegie Endowment for International Peace

Transnistria tensions: Will Russia try to annex Moldova’s breakaway region? - Al Jazeera EnglishTransnistria tensions: Will Russia try to annex Moldova’s breakaway region?  Al Jazeera English

ODIHR Releases Final Report on Moldova's 2023 Local Elections - Mirage NewsODIHR Releases Final Report on Moldova's 2023 Local Elections  Mirage News

Moldova delivers protest to Russia over voting stations in Transdniestria - ReutersMoldova delivers protest to Russia over voting stations in Transdniestria  Reuters

Man Detained For Setting Fire At Russian Embassy In Moldova - Radio Free Europe / Radio LibertyMan Detained For Setting Fire At Russian Embassy In Moldova  Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty

Moldova's GDP up 0.7% y/y in 2023 thanks to farmers - bne IntelliNewsMoldova's GDP up 0.7% y/y in 2023 thanks to farmers  bne IntelliNews

Moldova finalises US$163 million EBRD loan for major roads project - Construction BriefingMoldova finalises US$163 million EBRD loan for major roads project  Construction Briefing

Moldova's Sandu Stakes Reelection on EU Integration - Carnegie Endowment for International PeaceMoldova's Sandu Stakes Reelection on EU Integration  Carnegie Endowment for International Peace

Moldova protests Russian voting stations in Transnistria - EuronewsMoldova protests Russian voting stations in Transnistria  Euronews

Moldova's Sandu Calls On Lawmakers To Merge EU Referendum With Presidential Poll - Radio Free Europe / Radio LibertyMoldova's Sandu Calls On Lawmakers To Merge EU Referendum With Presidential Poll  Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty

Moldova says Russia has no right to lecture on democracy - ReutersMoldova says Russia has no right to lecture on democracy  Reuters

Petrol bomb thrown at Russian embassy in Moldova, man detained - Al Arabiya EnglishPetrol bomb thrown at Russian embassy in Moldova, man detained  Al Arabiya English

Moldova summons Russian ambassador over polling stations - ReutersMoldova summons Russian ambassador over polling stations  Reuters

UN Tourism and Moldova Launch Joint Project for Female Leadership in Tourism - UNWTOUN Tourism and Moldova Launch Joint Project for Female Leadership in Tourism  UNWTO

Moldova's economy grows 0.7% in 2023 - SeeNewsMoldova's economy grows 0.7% in 2023  SeeNews

Moldovan President Seeks Referendum on EU Membership in October - BloombergMoldovan President Seeks Referendum on EU Membership in October  Bloomberg

Moldova turns to France in face of threats from Putin - POLITICO EuropeMoldova turns to France in face of threats from Putin  POLITICO Europe

Moldova's EU membership hinges on resisting influence of pro-Russian oligarchs - Focus - FRANCE 24 EnglishMoldova's EU membership hinges on resisting influence of pro-Russian oligarchs - Focus  FRANCE 24 English

Transnistria begs Putin to 'protect' it against Moldova - POLITICO EuropeTransnistria begs Putin to 'protect' it against Moldova  POLITICO Europe

Commission proposes to open EU accession negotiations with Bosnia and Herzegovina and updates on progress ... - European UnionCommission proposes to open EU accession negotiations with Bosnia and Herzegovina and updates on progress ...  European Union

Rehabilitating Schools, Revitalizing Learning: Moldova Invests in its Future - World Bank GroupRehabilitating Schools, Revitalizing Learning: Moldova Invests in its Future  World Bank Group

Framework for Ukraine, Moldova's accession talks ready: EU Commission - EuronewsFramework for Ukraine, Moldova's accession talks ready: EU Commission  Euronews

Energising eastern Europe: How the EU can enhance energy sovereignty through cooperation with Ukraine and Moldova - European Council on Foreign RelationsEnergising eastern Europe: How the EU can enhance energy sovereignty through cooperation with Ukraine and Moldova  European Council on Foreign Relations

Commissioner Simson in Moldova for the fifth EU-Moldova High-Level Energy Dialogue - EnergyCommissioner Simson in Moldova for the fifth EU-Moldova High-Level Energy Dialogue  Energy

Moldova vows response to Russia's holding presidential elections in occupied Transnistria - Ukrainska PravdaMoldova vows response to Russia's holding presidential elections in occupied Transnistria  Ukrainska Pravda

Pro-EU Moldova dismisses breakaway region's request for Russian help - ReutersPro-EU Moldova dismisses breakaway region's request for Russian help  Reuters

EU provides €83 million in humanitarian aid to support people in Ukraine and in Moldova - European UnionEU provides €83 million in humanitarian aid to support people in Ukraine and in Moldova  European Union

Moldova's Sandu Signs Defense Deal With France, Warns West That Russia Will Not Stop - Radio Free Europe / Radio LibertyMoldova's Sandu Signs Defense Deal With France, Warns West That Russia Will Not Stop  Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty

Moldova, Ukraine Dismiss Breakaway Republic’s Drone Strike Claims - The Moscow TimesMoldova, Ukraine Dismiss Breakaway Republic’s Drone Strike Claims  The Moscow Times

Commission, Ukraine and Moldova sign High-Level Understandings to improve transport connectivity - European UnionCommission, Ukraine and Moldova sign High-Level Understandings to improve transport connectivity  European Union

Moldova receives additional funding to improve rail infrastructure and advance Solidarity Lanes - European UnionMoldova receives additional funding to improve rail infrastructure and advance Solidarity Lanes  European Union

Ukraine and Moldova: Council adopts its negotiating mandate to renew the suspension of import duties and quotas - Présidence française du Conseil de l'Union européenne 2022Ukraine and Moldova: Council adopts its negotiating mandate to renew the suspension of import duties and quotas  Présidence française du Conseil de l'Union européenne 2022

Moldova: Breakaway Transnistria asks Russia for 'protection' - DW (English)Moldova: Breakaway Transnistria asks Russia for 'protection'  DW (English)

Transnistria appeals to Russia for ‘protection’, reviving fears for Moldova breakaway region - The GuardianTransnistria appeals to Russia for ‘protection’, reviving fears for Moldova breakaway region  The Guardian

Russia's War on Moldova Will Be Political in 2024. And Then? - United States Institute of PeaceRussia's War on Moldova Will Be Political in 2024. And Then?  United States Institute of Peace

European Parliament agrees to extend trade support for Moldova but continues work on Ukraine - euneighbourseast.euEuropean Parliament agrees to extend trade support for Moldova but continues work on Ukraine  euneighbourseast.eu

Winter Is Coming for Moldova - CSIS | Center for Strategic and International StudiesWinter Is Coming for Moldova  CSIS | Center for Strategic and International Studies

EU reaffirms trade support for Ukraine and Moldova - European UnionEU reaffirms trade support for Ukraine and Moldova  European Union

EBRD lends €30.8 million to Moldova to link to European electricity grid via Romania - euneighbourseast.euEBRD lends €30.8 million to Moldova to link to European electricity grid via Romania  euneighbourseast.eu

Digital Europe Programme open to Moldova - European Commission - European UnionDigital Europe Programme open to Moldova - European Commission  European Union

Home - Moldova | The Netherlands and Moldova - The Netherlands and YouHome - Moldova | The Netherlands and Moldova  The Netherlands and You

Ukrainian refugees launch businesses and build a new community in Moldova - UN WomenUkrainian refugees launch businesses and build a new community in Moldova  UN Women

European parliament extends trade liberalization with Moldova - FreshPlaza.comEuropean parliament extends trade liberalization with Moldova  FreshPlaza.com

Moldova Slams Russia Over Polling Stations in Transnistria - The Moscow TimesMoldova Slams Russia Over Polling Stations in Transnistria  The Moscow Times

Chisinau resilience leads resilience efforts in Moldova - United Nations Office for Disaster Risk ReductionChisinau resilience leads resilience efforts in Moldova  United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction

Moldova Police Detain Man After Firebombs at Russian Embassy - The Moscow TimesMoldova Police Detain Man After Firebombs at Russian Embassy  The Moscow Times

Secretary General meets Prime Minister of Moldova and reaffirms longstanding partnership - NATO HQSecretary General meets Prime Minister of Moldova and reaffirms longstanding partnership  NATO HQ

How much renewable energy is there in Moldova and how much could it be? - United Nations Development ProgrammeHow much renewable energy is there in Moldova and how much could it be?  United Nations Development Programme

EU imposes sanctions on Russia-linked entities accused of destabilising Moldova - Financial TimesEU imposes sanctions on Russia-linked entities accused of destabilising Moldova  Financial Times

Russia-Ukraine War Moving To New Territory? Transnistria Drone Strike Raises Questions - Times NowRussia-Ukraine War Moving To New Territory? Transnistria Drone Strike Raises Questions  Times Now

Molotov cocktails thrown at Russian embassy in Moldova during elections - TVP WorldMolotov cocktails thrown at Russian embassy in Moldova during elections  TVP World

Moldova | World Food Programme - WFPMoldova | World Food Programme  WFP

Commission adopts 2023 Enlargement package, recommends to open negotiations with Ukraine and Moldova, to grant ... - European UnionCommission adopts 2023 Enlargement package, recommends to open negotiations with Ukraine and Moldova, to grant ...  European Union

Global Gateway Forum: EU announces €12 million for railway lines in the Republic of Moldova - European UnionGlobal Gateway Forum: EU announces €12 million for railway lines in the Republic of Moldova  European Union

Moldova hosts meeting on defence cooperation with NATO partners - NATO HQMoldova hosts meeting on defence cooperation with NATO partners  NATO HQ

Russia's Malign Influence in Moldova - United States Institute of PeaceRussia's Malign Influence in Moldova  United States Institute of Peace

Moldovan regional leader in Moscow as president fears destabilisation - ReutersMoldovan regional leader in Moscow as president fears destabilisation  Reuters

Drone Attack on Helicopter in European Country Raises Questions - NewsweekDrone Attack on Helicopter in European Country Raises Questions  Newsweek

Supporting Moldova's energy security with €30.8 million loan for electricity network development - EBRDSupporting Moldova's energy security with €30.8 million loan for electricity network development  EBRD

Moldovan government responds to claims of Russian drone attack on Tiraspol - Ukrainska PravdaMoldovan government responds to claims of Russian drone attack on Tiraspol  Ukrainska Pravda

December European Council - European CommissionDecember European Council  European Commission

Why Were Lindsay Lohan And Dolph Lundgren Calling For Moldova's President To Step Down? - Radio Free Europe / Radio LibertyWhy Were Lindsay Lohan And Dolph Lundgren Calling For Moldova's President To Step Down?  Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty

Moldova says new EU sanctions targeted individuals undermining stability - ReutersMoldova says new EU sanctions targeted individuals undermining stability  Reuters

Is Moldova Ready to Pay the Price of Reintegrating Transnistria? - Carnegie Endowment for International PeaceIs Moldova Ready to Pay the Price of Reintegrating Transnistria?  Carnegie Endowment for International Peace

The final frontier: Ending Moldova's dependency on Russian gas - European Council on Foreign RelationsThe final frontier: Ending Moldova's dependency on Russian gas  European Council on Foreign Relations

Moldova joins the EU Civil Protection Mechanism - European UnionMoldova joins the EU Civil Protection Mechanism  European Union

The European Sting is Your democratic, independent and top quality political newspaper specialized in European ... - The European StingThe European Sting is Your democratic, independent and top quality political newspaper specialized in European ...  The European Sting

SIGNING OF THE STATUS OF THE EU PARTNERSHIP MISSION IN MOLDOVA AGREEMENT (SOMA) - EEASSIGNING OF THE STATUS OF THE EU PARTNERSHIP MISSION IN MOLDOVA AGREEMENT (SOMA)  EEAS

EU to open membership talks with Ukraine and Moldova - BBC.comEU to open membership talks with Ukraine and Moldova  BBC.com

'I Realize I May Never Come Back': Moldovan Mercenaries Join Russian Units In Ukraine - Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty'I Realize I May Never Come Back': Moldovan Mercenaries Join Russian Units In Ukraine  Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty

Moldova Dismisses Transnistria Attack Claim As 'Attempt To Provoke Fear, Panic' - Barron'sMoldova Dismisses Transnistria Attack Claim As 'Attempt To Provoke Fear, Panic'  Barron's

The EU presents a Support Package for the Republic of Moldova - European UnionThe EU presents a Support Package for the Republic of Moldova  European Union

Moldova says Russia illegally printed ballots for election in separatist region - ABC NewsMoldova says Russia illegally printed ballots for election in separatist region  ABC News

MEPs agree to extend trade support for Moldova, continue support for Ukraine - FreshPlaza.comMEPs agree to extend trade support for Moldova, continue support for Ukraine  FreshPlaza.com