Moldova

Stratfor: How Currency Woes Undermine Georgia, Moldova

17 March, 2015 seen 781
Governments across the former Soviet Union have felt the impact of currency devaluations, but currency depreciations and related economic problems in Georgia and Moldova are exposing their governments to major political pitfalls this year…

Eduard Romanyuta wins the Moldovan final (Eurovision 2015)

3 March, 2015 seen 573
The Moldovan national final O Melodie Pentru Europa is one of the most popular and favourite music shows of the year. That's why to win this selection is a big honour. Tonight, Eduard Romanyuta convinced the expert jury and the TV viewers…

Georgia Expects Visa Free Travel to EU by End of 2015

21 August, 2014 seen 9,311
Georgian citizens might have Visa Free Travel with European Union (Schengen area) by end of 2015 or at start of 2016 - told Georgian Minister of Foreign Affairs - Maia Panjikidze on live translations on Imedi TV station, Wednesday, August…

Inequality of Minimum Wages in Former Soviet Union: An Updated Look in 2014

21 July, 2014 seen 3,832
It has been six months since I last analyzed the minimum wages in the former Soviet Union. Although it is not a major factor in economic growth, the minimum wage is still a relevant indicator in understanding a country's economic status.…

Georgia and the EU: Deepening Ties through Association Agreement (2014)

27 June, 2014 seen 1,934
Georgia, a small country located in the Caucasus region, has recently signed an Association Agreement with the European Union (EU). The agreement, which was signed on June 27, 2014, aims to deepen the political and economic ties between…

Romania: An Overview of its Economy and EU Membership (2014)

30 April, 2014 seen 969
Yesterday I took a brief overview of Moldova, and today I'm eager to dive into the neighboring country of Romania. Romania is a full-fledged member of the European Union since 2007, together with Bulgaria, and is considered one of the…

Discovering the Rich History and Growing Economy of Moldova

29 April, 2014 seen 929
Moldova is a landlocked country in Eastern Europe, situated between Romania and Ukraine. Despite its small size and relatively low profile on the world stage, Moldova has a rich and complex history, a diverse culture, and a growing economy…

How Moldova's Visa-Free Regime is Driving Economic Growth and Integration with the EU

27 April, 2014 seen 1,267
Moldova is a small, landlocked country located in Eastern Europe. Despite its size, Moldova has a rich history and culture and is home to a diverse population of over 3 million people. In recent years, Moldova has made significant strides…

Inside Transnistria: Unrecognized State Between Moldova and Ukraine

20 December, 2013 seen 1,413
Transnistria is a breakaway region located in Eastern Europe, sandwiched between Moldova and Ukraine. The region has been unrecognized by the international community since it declared independence in 1990, following the fall of the Soviet…

The Vilnius Summit 2013 and Its Aftermath: How the Association Agreement Impacted Ukraine, Georgia, and Moldova's European Integration

20 November, 2013 seen 3,384
On November 28-29th, 2013, the Eastern Partnership summit took place in Vilnius, where Ukraine, Georgia, and Moldova signed an Association agreement with the European Union (EU). This agreement aimed to strengthen political and economic…