MAIA SANDU

Nov 06 2024POLITICS

Moldova Picks Pro-EU Leader Amid Russian Tensions

In a vote that's got everyone talking, Moldova, a country right next to Ukraine, chose Maia Sandu to be its president again. Sandu is all about being friendly with the European Union (EU), and she won with a solid 55% of the votes. But Russia, not so pleased, had hoped for someone more on their side. This election matters a lot because Moldova shares a border with Uk...

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Oct 19 2024POLITICS

Moldova's Big EU Decision: What's Really at Stake?

Moldova is at a crossroads. Voters are deciding whether to lean towards the European Union (EU) or not. Recent polls show that about half of the voters (53 percent according to one survey) are for joining the EU. But there's a twist. Moldova is also voting for its president, Maia Sandu, who's currently leading the polls. Her team hopes that pro-EU voters will also su...

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