35 de ani de independență pentru Republica Moldova. „Deșteaptă-te române”, imnul național timp de patru ani • Newsweek România

The Republic of Moldova celebrates 35 years of independence, marked by the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on August 27, 1991. Initially part of the USSR, Moldova declared its sovereignty amidst a wave of national liberation movements. The national anthem 'Deșteaptă-te, române!' served as the country's anthem for four years before being replaced in 1995. The declaration was a significant step towards establishing Moldova as a sovereign state, recognized by Romania shortly after. The historical context includes previous dominations and aspirations for reunification with Romania, which have shaped Moldova's identity and political landscape over the decades.