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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RMG – Let us know the new missionaries: Dominic, from India to Romania and Moldova - ANS - Agenzia iNfo SalesianaRMG – Let us know the new missionaries: Dominic, from India to Romania and Moldova  ANS - Agenzia iNfo Salesiana

Helping protect the 2025 Moldova elections - The Cloudflare BlogHelping protect the 2025 Moldova elections  The Cloudflare Blog

Moldova’s History of Champions and Rising Stars - European Judo UnionMoldova’s History of Champions and Rising Stars  European Judo Union

Republic of Moldova: Sandu nominates independent as PM - eurotopics.netRepublic of Moldova: Sandu nominates independent as PM  eurotopics.net

Moldova’s choice for Europe must now be matched by green reforms - Stockholm Environment InstituteMoldova’s choice for Europe must now be matched by green reforms  Stockholm Environment Institute

FAO launches first land degradation neutrality strategy in the Republic of Moldova - Food and Agriculture OrganizationFAO launches first land degradation neutrality strategy in the Republic of Moldova  Food and Agriculture Organization

Moldova's agro-industrial conglomerate Trans-Oil reportedly ponders Bucharest Exchange listing - Romania InsiderMoldova's agro-industrial conglomerate Trans-Oil reportedly ponders Bucharest Exchange listing  Romania Insider

From success to strategy: Three lessons from Moldova’s election - European Council on Foreign Relations (ECFR)From success to strategy: Three lessons from Moldova’s election  European Council on Foreign Relations (ECFR)

Moldova’s vote is one more sign of Russia’s weakness in its ‘near abroad’ - Al JazeeraMoldova’s vote is one more sign of Russia’s weakness in its ‘near abroad’  Al Jazeera

In Moldova’s election, the line held and a mandate was won – but the hard work is only just beginning - ceps.euIn Moldova’s election, the line held and a mandate was won – but the hard work is only just beginning  ceps.eu

Home Affairs Reform in Moldova: EU-funded project looking for experts for mentorship of CSOs - EU NEIGHBOURS eastHome Affairs Reform in Moldova: EU-funded project looking for experts for mentorship of CSOs  EU NEIGHBOURS east

Celebrate Moldova’s Rural Culture at the Miori?a Festival in Cimislia - Travel And Tour WorldCelebrate Moldova’s Rural Culture at the Miori?a Festival in Cimislia  Travel And Tour World

Moldova - Eastern Europe, Republic, Prut River - BritannicaMoldova - Eastern Europe, Republic, Prut River  Britannica

How Moldova’s democracy succeeded against Russian interference - Atlantic CouncilHow Moldova’s democracy succeeded against Russian interference  Atlantic Council

Moldovan elections in shadow of Russia-West rivalry | Daily Sabah - Daily SabahMoldovan elections in shadow of Russia-West rivalry | Daily Sabah  Daily Sabah

The mental cost of winning the disinformation war in Moldova - DWThe mental cost of winning the disinformation war in Moldova  DW

Financier Enlisted as Premier to Steer Moldova Towards EU - Balkan InsightFinancier Enlisted as Premier to Steer Moldova Towards EU  Balkan Insight

Moldova - Politics, Constitution, Society - BritannicaMoldova - Politics, Constitution, Society  Britannica

Energy Community study on reducing energy poverty, including in Georgia, Moldova, and Ukraine - EU NEIGHBOURS eastEnergy Community study on reducing energy poverty, including in Georgia, Moldova, and Ukraine  EU NEIGHBOURS east

Get ready for ‘Your Europe, Your Say!’ event in Brussels – open to youth from Georgia, Moldova, and Ukraine - EU NEIGHBOURS eastGet ready for ‘Your Europe, Your Say!’ event in Brussels – open to youth from Georgia, Moldova, and Ukraine  EU NEIGHBOURS east

Moldova's prime minister says he will not seek new term following election - ReutersMoldova's prime minister says he will not seek new term following election  Reuters

Moldova - Agriculture, Industry, Trade - BritannicaMoldova - Agriculture, Industry, Trade  Britannica

Moldova announced the deterioration of the situation in the country - ???????-???????Moldova announced the deterioration of the situation in the country  ???????-???????

2025 News items - Moldova formally accepts Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies - World Trade Organization2025 News items - Moldova formally accepts Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies  World Trade Organization

How Tech Platforms Allowed Russia Into Moldova: Lessons for the EU and Others - Just SecurityHow Tech Platforms Allowed Russia Into Moldova: Lessons for the EU and Others  Just Security

Moldova Ready to Shine at Home U23 European Championships - JudoInside.comMoldova Ready to Shine at Home U23 European Championships  JudoInside.com

Moldova bans pro-Russian parties ahead of Sunday’s election - Al JazeeraMoldova bans pro-Russian parties ahead of Sunday’s election  Al Jazeera

Call for Proposals: Financial Support for Independent Media Outlets in Vulnerable Regions of Moldova - GLOBSECCall for Proposals: Financial Support for Independent Media Outlets in Vulnerable Regions of Moldova  GLOBSEC

Moldova denies reports of Russian missiles entering its airspace - ?????????? ??????Moldova denies reports of Russian missiles entering its airspace  ?????????? ??????

Moldova’s ongoing legal disputes with investors could jeopardize its EU hopes - Atlantic CouncilMoldova’s ongoing legal disputes with investors could jeopardize its EU hopes  Atlantic Council

Putin’s Moldova election failure highlights Russia’s declining influence - Atlantic CouncilPutin’s Moldova election failure highlights Russia’s declining influence  Atlantic Council

Kremlin threatening Moldova's independence, president warns ahead of key vote - BBCKremlin threatening Moldova's independence, president warns ahead of key vote  BBC

Moldova’s pro-EU party takes lead in election as vote counting under way - Al JazeeraMoldova’s pro-EU party takes lead in election as vote counting under way  Al Jazeera

Moldova's Pro-EU Election Result A Win For Brussels As Much As Chisinau - Radio Free Europe/Radio LibertyMoldova's Pro-EU Election Result A Win For Brussels As Much As Chisinau  Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty

Moldova defies Russia by re-electing its pro-European government - The EconomistMoldova defies Russia by re-electing its pro-European government  The Economist

Moldova’s election delivers lessons to Europe on countering Russian interference - CNNMoldova’s election delivers lessons to Europe on countering Russian interference  CNN

European Commissioner says current determination to shape Moldova's place in Europe for next generations - MoldpresEuropean Commissioner says current determination to shape Moldova's place in Europe for next generations  Moldpres

Moldova’s Victory Over Russia - Council on Foreign RelationsMoldova’s Victory Over Russia  Council on Foreign Relations

Special operation "Avengers II": Moldova and Ukraine detained recruiters for the Russian PMC "Wagner" - ?????????? ??????????? ??????Special operation "Avengers II": Moldova and Ukraine detained recruiters for the Russian PMC "Wagner"  ?????????? ??????????? ??????

Strengthening Electoral Integrity in the Digital Age: EU and Eastern Europe Dialogue in Chisinau - International IDEAStrengthening Electoral Integrity in the Digital Age: EU and Eastern Europe Dialogue in Chisinau  International IDEA

Moldova's Crucial Parliamentary Election. What's at Stake? - Institut français des relations internationales (Ifri)Moldova's Crucial Parliamentary Election. What's at Stake?  Institut français des relations internationales (Ifri)

Moldova's government works to secure pro-EU path after big election win - ReutersMoldova's government works to secure pro-EU path after big election win  Reuters

The Moldova mandate: the former Soviet republic opted to defy Russia. Here’s why - The GuardianThe Moldova mandate: the former Soviet republic opted to defy Russia. Here’s why  The Guardian

Moldova’s parliamentary elections were competitive but campaign marred by cyberattacks, illegal funding and disinformation, international observers say - Organization for Security and Co-operation in EuropeMoldova’s parliamentary elections were competitive but campaign marred by cyberattacks, illegal funding and disinformation, international observers say  Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe

Moldova election results: Who won and did the diaspora play a role? - Al JazeeraMoldova election results: Who won and did the diaspora play a role?  Al Jazeera

Moldova's resounding 'yes' to Europe — and 'no' to Russia - DWMoldova's resounding 'yes' to Europe — and 'no' to Russia  DW

The Hard Part for Moldova Comes Next - Time MagazineThe Hard Part for Moldova Comes Next  Time Magazine

Moldova’s president Maia Sandu hails voters’ refusal to be ‘bought’ by Moscow - The GuardianMoldova’s president Maia Sandu hails voters’ refusal to be ‘bought’ by Moscow  The Guardian

Why tiny Moldova is so important to Russia and the EU - DWWhy tiny Moldova is so important to Russia and the EU  DW

Why Moldova’s election is important for the whole of Europe - The ConversationWhy Moldova’s election is important for the whole of Europe  The Conversation

The Country Making Orphanages Obsolete - Reasons to be CheerfulThe Country Making Orphanages Obsolete  Reasons to be Cheerful

Why Moldova’s election results matter for Europe’s war with Russia - Lowy InstituteWhy Moldova’s election results matter for Europe’s war with Russia  Lowy Institute

Kremlin issues veiled threats towards Moldova, cites Ukraine as warning - The Kyiv IndependentKremlin issues veiled threats towards Moldova, cites Ukraine as warning  The Kyiv Independent

EU leaders visit Moldova on Independence Day with message of solidarity for Chi?inau - Euronews.comEU leaders visit Moldova on Independence Day with message of solidarity for Chi?inau  Euronews.com

Moldova's pro-EU party wins vote mired in claims of Russian interference - BBCMoldova's pro-EU party wins vote mired in claims of Russian interference  BBC

Moldova’s pro-EU party wins clear parliamentary majority, defeating pro-Russian groups - AP NewsMoldova’s pro-EU party wins clear parliamentary majority, defeating pro-Russian groups  AP News

Exclusive: Romania's President Dan pushes for Moldova and Ukraine’s EU bid, challenging Hungary - Euronews.comExclusive: Romania's President Dan pushes for Moldova and Ukraine’s EU bid, challenging Hungary  Euronews.com

President Maia Sandu says Russia wants to turn Moldova against Europe - European ParliamentPresident Maia Sandu says Russia wants to turn Moldova against Europe  European Parliament

Moldova’s election is a choice between two paths: pro-Europe or pro-Russia - The GuardianMoldova’s election is a choice between two paths: pro-Europe or pro-Russia  The Guardian

Future journalists will develop their professional skills in the optional course "Environmental Journalism", conducted with the support of the European Union and UNDP Moldova - United Nations Development ProgrammeFuture journalists will develop their professional skills in the optional course "Environmental Journalism", conducted with the support of the European Union and UNDP Moldova  United Nations Development Programme

Moldova: Ruling pro-EU party wins election - DWMoldova: Ruling pro-EU party wins election  DW

Moldova’s ruling pro-EU party wins election marred by claims of Russian meddling - CNNMoldova’s ruling pro-EU party wins election marred by claims of Russian meddling  CNN

Video: Moldova’s president says election results show ‘Russia failed’ - Al JazeeraVideo: Moldova’s president says election results show ‘Russia failed’  Al Jazeera

Pro-Russian REST Media Launch in Moldova Exposed as Kremlin Influence Operation - Odessa JournalPro-Russian REST Media Launch in Moldova Exposed as Kremlin Influence Operation  Odessa Journal

Moldova holds key election as Russia's shadow looms large - BBCMoldova holds key election as Russia's shadow looms large  BBC

Moldova's pro-EU party wins pivotal election in setback for Russia - ReutersMoldova's pro-EU party wins pivotal election in setback for Russia  Reuters

President Maia Sandu says Russia wants to turn Moldova against Europe - European ParliamentPresident Maia Sandu says Russia wants to turn Moldova against Europe  European Parliament

Moldova: challenges and progress towards EU membership - European ParliamentMoldova: challenges and progress towards EU membership  European Parliament

Moldova’s election will test its resistance to Russia - The EconomistMoldova’s election will test its resistance to Russia  The Economist

Call for Contributions to 2026 High-Level Conference – Chisinau, Republic of Moldova - coe.intCall for Contributions to 2026 High-Level Conference – Chisinau, Republic of Moldova  coe.int

Moldova’s 2025 Election: A Defining Vote in a Fragile Democracy - Tony Blair Institute for Global ChangeMoldova’s 2025 Election: A Defining Vote in a Fragile Democracy  Tony Blair Institute for Global Change

Moldovan president's speech at Paris Peace Forum - MoldpresMoldovan president's speech at Paris Peace Forum  Moldpres

Kremlin accuses Moldova of preventing hundreds of thousands of Moldovans in Russia from voting - ReutersKremlin accuses Moldova of preventing hundreds of thousands of Moldovans in Russia from voting  Reuters

Moldova’s pro-European party retains majority in key election - The GuardianMoldova’s pro-European party retains majority in key election  The Guardian

Moldova’s pro-EU party wins election hit by Russian interference claims - Al JazeeraMoldova’s pro-EU party wins election hit by Russian interference claims  Al Jazeera

Moldova's "kamikaze PM" from Ukraine: will he resolve the Transnistrian conflict with Russia? - ??????????? ??????Moldova's "kamikaze PM" from Ukraine: will he resolve the Transnistrian conflict with Russia?  ??????????? ??????

Moldova warns Russia unleashing huge interference campaign to sway crucial election - CNNMoldova warns Russia unleashing huge interference campaign to sway crucial election  CNN

Why are Moldova’s parliamentary elections on Sunday so important? - The GuardianWhy are Moldova’s parliamentary elections on Sunday so important?  The Guardian

Moldova encouraged to implement findings of Polish-funded critical infrastructure resilience project - UNDRRMoldova encouraged to implement findings of Polish-funded critical infrastructure resilience project  UNDRR

Secretary General on official visit to Republic of Moldova pledges continued support to the country’s reforms, European aspirations - coe.intSecretary General on official visit to Republic of Moldova pledges continued support to the country’s reforms, European aspirations  coe.int

The pro-European party won Moldova’s election but obstacles to join the EU remain - The GuardianThe pro-European party won Moldova’s election but obstacles to join the EU remain  The Guardian

Russia stokes fear ahead of Moldova elections, claiming NATO invasion is imminent - Le Monde.frRussia stokes fear ahead of Moldova elections, claiming NATO invasion is imminent  Le Monde.fr

Moldova's New Government Considers Valeriu Kiveri for Deputy PM Role - ?????Moldova's New Government Considers Valeriu Kiveri for Deputy PM Role  ?????

EU-Moldova summit, 4 July 2025 - consilium.europa.euEU-Moldova summit, 4 July 2025  consilium.europa.eu

Moldova detains 74 people over alleged Russia-backed plot before elections - Al JazeeraMoldova detains 74 people over alleged Russia-backed plot before elections  Al Jazeera

Moldova's prime minister to hand over reins in next pro-EU government - Le Monde.frMoldova's prime minister to hand over reins in next pro-EU government  Le Monde.fr

Moldova president's party faces tight race with pro-Moscow opposition, poll shows - ReutersMoldova president's party faces tight race with pro-Moscow opposition, poll shows  Reuters

Moldova Elections: Russia's Secret Plan to Hack the Vote - Bloomberg.comMoldova Elections: Russia's Secret Plan to Hack the Vote  Bloomberg.com

Moldova - EBRDMoldova  EBRD

Pro-EU party wins Moldova’s parliamentary election - Financial TimesPro-EU party wins Moldova’s parliamentary election  Financial Times

Consolidating Power, Losing Ground: Moldova Risks Repeating Past Mistakes Ahead of Fall Elections - Carnegie Endowment for International PeaceConsolidating Power, Losing Ground: Moldova Risks Repeating Past Mistakes Ahead of Fall Elections  Carnegie Endowment for International Peace

EU mobile roaming benefits extended to Moldova and Ukraine as of 2026 - consilium.europa.euEU mobile roaming benefits extended to Moldova and Ukraine as of 2026  consilium.europa.eu

Moldova detains 74 people over an alleged Russia-backed unrest plot around key election - AP NewsMoldova detains 74 people over an alleged Russia-backed unrest plot around key election  AP News

From Moldova to Africa, Russia’s Power Is Waning - Foreign PolicyFrom Moldova to Africa, Russia’s Power Is Waning  Foreign Policy

Moldova's pro-Russian party rejects election results, threatens protests - The Kyiv IndependentMoldova's pro-Russian party rejects election results, threatens protests  The Kyiv Independent

Russia shifts focus to Armenia after regional setbacks, Moldovan president warns - Caliber.AzRussia shifts focus to Armenia after regional setbacks, Moldovan president warns  Caliber.Az

Commissioner Jørgensen in Moldova to strengthen energy cooperation - EnergyCommissioner Jørgensen in Moldova to strengthen energy cooperation  Energy

Moldova Extends Preferential Gas Transit to Ukraine via Trans-Balkan Corridor - Odessa JournalMoldova Extends Preferential Gas Transit to Ukraine via Trans-Balkan Corridor  Odessa Journal

Sandu ties Moldova’s fate to Ukraine despite Hungary blocking both EU paths - Euromaidan PressSandu ties Moldova’s fate to Ukraine despite Hungary blocking both EU paths  Euromaidan Press

Forest Landscape Restoration in the Republic of Moldova: Exploring the potential for forest reproductive material production - UNECEForest Landscape Restoration in the Republic of Moldova: Exploring the potential for forest reproductive material production  UNECE