Prinsă între Lenin și UE, Transnistria privește tot mai mult spre Occident

The number of commuters and trade exchanges between Transnistria and Moldova, as well as the EU, have significantly increased due to the war in Ukraine. Tiraspol, once a pro-Russian stronghold, is now shifting its economic focus towards Western markets, with a notable rise in exports to the EU. The local economy is struggling, leading to a growing number of commuters traveling to Chișinău for work. Despite the region's Soviet-era symbols, the influence of the Sheriff group dominates local politics and economy. Tourism is on the rise, with visitors drawn to the Soviet nostalgia, although the region remains cautious about foreign media presence. The historical context of conflict and the potential reintegration of Transnistria into Moldova raises concerns among locals about their status and rights.