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"Almost every second government official in Chisinau will say proudly that Moldova’s geopolitical location means that it can become a second Swiss haven or bridge between East and West. Even speeches by heads of state or government refer to Moldova’s ‘treasures’: ‘fertile black earth which is the best in the world, along with famous Moldovan wines and brandies, sweets and beautiful women’. In reality, the country is more likely to become a second Kaliningrad, dominated by Russian interests, unless Moldova turns to the West, implements sound reforms, and is lucky enough to engage the interest of the EU and US in its political and security concerns."

Why is Moldova Poor and Economically Volatile? - Moldova Foundation