Moldova is a country in Eastern Europe, bordered by Ukraine to the east and Romania to the west. Its capital is Chișinău. The population of Moldova is approximately 2.6 million. The official language is Moldovan, a variant of Romanian.
Moldova gained independence in 1991 following the collapse of the Soviet Union. The country has a parliamentary-presidential system of governance. Moldova's political trajectory focuses on European integration, accompanied by internal challenges and economic reforms.
Particular attention is drawn to the situation in Transnistria, an unrecognized territory in eastern Moldova that declared independence in 1990. The conflict remains unresolved, with the region supported by Russia.
Moldova's economy relies on agriculture, winemaking, and crafts. The country actively cooperates with the European Union, opening new markets for Moldovan products.
