Moldova Case Study

My cherished friend, I regret to inform you that our beloved Soviet society has ceased to exist. Our solid red flag with its magnificent gold emblem of the hammer and sickle flew above the Kremlin for the very last time on Christmas day, 1991. Prior to this gloomy day, eleven of the fifteenth Soviet republics that once made up the strong and prosperous Soviet Union, met in Alma-Ata, Kazakhstan, to announce that they would no longer partake in the Soviet Union, and had created a Commonwealth of independent states. Our Baltic brothers: Latvia, Lithuania, and Estonia were the first to break apart, while Georgia remained as the last republic in the Soviet Union. I have served the Soviet Union as Minister of Foreign Affairs

Since the fall of the Soviet Union 1991 many changes have been brought to Europe. After the fall of the Soviet Union newly formed countries of Eastern Europe found themselves brought into a new era, many of the people had relied on the Soviet Union’s system of socialism to help them with every detail of their lives and to dictate their lives but with this newfound freedom citizens had many changes forced upon them. All they once knew had been taken away so suddenly most didn’t know what to do with themselves. The Government, Economy and Marxist Idealism had all fallen with the Soviet Union. Citizens had no choice but to move on with their new lives because it was as their past lives

For example, Russia helped to clear unexploded ordnance left behind by NATO’s bombing during the Kosovo war of 1999, and in 2014, helped fly in emergency relief when floods hit the region. Since then, Russia has regularly been helping with forest fires, providing tents for migrants and training emergency responders. To the citizens, Russia’s consistent involvement, on top of its historically strong ties, creates a sense of trust and goodwill. This also increases their likelihood of buying into Russian propaganda against the West. Although the EU has provided $3.16bn in aid since 2000, an amount that dwarfs Russia’s in comparison, a recent poll showed that Serbs wrongly believe Russia to be one of their main benefactor and 64% view NATO as a threat. However, this does not mean that Serbia is entirely pro-Russia, as 40% of the population is in favour of joining the EU.

"We lost our identity. We Moldovan's don't fit in anywhere. in Russia, they say your Romanian. In Romania, they say you're Russian. Moldova is an injured body. It needs to heal." "How can you feel good about yourself if you don't know who you are?" (Wiener 213)

The collapse of the U.S.S.R signaled the end of an era. The effects of the dissolution were felt all over the world, causing many international relationships to be completely re-evaluated (“Fall of the Soviet Union”, The Cold War Museum). Although the severe shift in the global political situation shocked many, the aftermath of the fall of the Soviet Union was felt most strongly in the countries which had been a part of it. The dissolution meant what had been one solidified nation was once again fifteen separate entities who must work to rebuild themselves in a new world. However, when we look at the former Soviet republics now, the disparity between their growth is obvious. Why is it

One of the first casualties of the cold war’s aftermath was the fall of the Soviet Union in 1991. After years of defense spending that in some years approached 25% of its economy and a shortage of civil-ian goods the strain proved to be too much. Moreover, the protracted conflict in Afghanistan was too costly both in terms of money and loss of people, some experts called Afghanistan the Soviet version of Vietnam. Additionally, right before the collapse of the Soviet Union, there were political reforms that tried to open Soviet society both inward and outward. Due to these reforms deep simmering ethnic divisions that have been occurring for decades rose to the top starting with Latvia one of the Balkan states (Cold War Museum)

Imagine being an American living in the United States. One day, Europe decides to group the US with Canada and Mexico, just for ease. Would you be okay with suddenly becoming a “North American”, instead of a regular US American? Most likely not. Though it sounds like a crazy idea, such is the case in Western Asia. On the east edge of the Black Sea lies a small country by the name of Georgia. Within its boundaries, is an even smaller separatist state called Abkhazia. At the moment, only about four or five countries, mainly Russia and a few of its allies, actually recognize their independence. Abkhazia wants to become completely independent and to be fully recognized as its own country.

Eastern Europe is a region of treasure-filled resources and a rich history that dates back to many centuries. The enthusiasm for a new lifestyle in the post-Communist era has found a new reflection with a reconnection of music and arts festivals. Today, this region of Europe is celebrating their culture with a new identity, eagerly welcoming visitors from all parts of the world. Traveling around Eastern Europe can be a gratifying experience for those searching to learn more insight into the most important moments in the region's history. It can also be the ideal place to leave your worries behind while absorbing the mystical landscape as well as the genuine hospitality of a region slowly beginning

After the last war, in 1994-96,Chechnya was devastated and eventually turned into a chaotic uncontrollable place. Its economy declined rapidly, and poverty in the nation increased. Crimes occurred everywhere, and hostage -taking became a famous business for some criminal gangs. Within this overall framework of decay, there have been three main factors that led to the present conflict between Russia and Chechnya.

Slovakia is a relatively new state, achieving independence in 1993 following the so-called “Velvet Divorce” – the non-violent breakup of the former Czechoslovakia into Slovakia and the Czech Republic. Slovakia is a Parliamentary Republic with a capital in Bratislava. The four principal challenges faced by Slovakia are its social homogeny, the threat and rise of Russian influence in domestic affairs, economic and political corruption, and the rise of the far right.

In order to achieve objectives of the U.S. Policy for countering negative Russia’s influences in the Balkans and protect the U.S. vital interests in the region I propose following three strategy options to be considered: Strategy option A (More cooperation with Russia); Strategy option B (Same level of cooperation with Russia); and Strategy option C (Less cooperation with Russia). All three strategy options should be integral part of respective policies for Europe and overall U.S. policy and have same “end”- Balkans region is strengthen by liberal democracy and resilient to negative Russia’s influence (paragraph #1).

Until recently, the country of Moldova did not even exist to my knowledge. I had never heard its name, did not know where it was located, and I obviously had no idea about the extremely complex and serious ongoing issue with their government system. Moldova is one of the poorest countries in all of Europe and has been tossed around between Russian and Romanian control since the 16th century. It only officially declared its sovereignty from its last owner, Russia, in 1990, its independence in 1991, and became a part of the United Nations in 1992. Even though it finally gained its independence, Moldova just cannot win for losing. It seems no matter what political decisions they make, they are wrong and ultimately pissing off someone. The

While there is a bit of diversity going on in Moldova, there is only one main tribal life and that’s the historical belief that all Moldovans are said to be the Thracian tribe of Dacians; other than that Moldovans break things down into ethnic categories. They are only 6 which are (in order from largest to smallest): Moldavian/Romanian, Ukrainian, Russian, Gagauz, Bulgarian, and other. Right now there is a big controversy about the Romanians and the Moldavians being grouped together as

Introduction: As one of the former republics of the Soviet Union, Moldova is among a group of countries in central Europe that is in the process of transitioning economy from a planned to a market economy. Over the years, Moldova has adopted free market policies that are believed to lead the country on a path of economic growth and freedom. Transition economists agree to a number of things involved in the transition process, that countries in this category must embark on, to ensure full transition to a market economy. This process calls forth a drastic restructuring of institutions. As such, Ukraine has adopted policies aimed at this goal. Despite such progressive efforts, the rate of growth has been disappointing compared to that of

The breadbasket of Eastern Europe is having a problem with militants who have killed and have tortured hundreds of people in the name of freedom. The militants, Pro-Russian rebels native to Ukraine, believe that their actions against the government are just. Those who believe that the Pro-Russian Ukrainian rebels are fighting against a corrupt, ultranationalist government are right. The Ukrainian citizens need to understand, however, that the government of Ukraine is the lesser of two evils; the rebels have committed many more heinous crimes than the government has. The rebels are also against policies that can benefit all of Europe and Ukraine. Currently, the Ukrainian people seek to have a stable nation with a self-sufficient government