When did Moldova declare independence from the Soviet Union?
Moldova declared independence on the 27th of August 1991. The Moldavian Soviet Socialist Republic adopted the name Moldova at that time.
Questions about Moldova
Short answers, pulled from the story.
Where is Moldova located geographically in Eastern Europe?
Moldova lies between latitudes 45° and 49° N and meridians 26° and 30° E. It borders Romania to the west and Ukraine to the north, east, and south.
How large is the land area of Moldova?
The total land area covers approximately 33,846 square kilometers. Most territory consists of hilly terrain that never exceeds 430 meters above sea level.
What are the main economic sectors driving Moldova's growth?
Moldova relies heavily on agriculture and wine exports alongside rapid IT growth. Wine represents three percent of GDP while information technology accounts for more than ten percent of GDP.
Why has the population of Moldova decreased significantly since 1990?
The population has fallen by almost thirty-three percent due to high emigration rates. More than 1.2 million citizens live abroad representing over twenty-five percent of the total population.