Great Powers Competition in Moldova

... soft power and indirectly benefits both westerners and Russians. In view of the results of the November 2020 elections, it seems appropriate to pay attention to the rapprochement between Russia and Transnistria, a process that could be accentuated if Maia Sandu confirms her pro-western policy. Gaguzia could gain in importance, as a move towards the EU and NATO could lead to the resurgence of separatism in this region. Resources CENTRAL INTELLIGENCE AGENCY (CIA), «The European Borders of the USSR», Office of research and Reports , 1955 CENTRAL INTELLIGENCE AGENCY (CIA), «The Challenge of Ethnic Conflict ...