
The 5 September referendum and upcoming elections might be the starting point of a colorless transformation in Moldova.
Even though non-communists have come to power in Moldova, the conflict over the future of Transdniester in some ways is a reenactment of the struggles of Soviet communism.
Green shoots of progress are sprouting in Moldova. The West must nurture them.
Chisinau’s turn toward Europe and its rapprochement with Romania could offer the best hope to resolve the Transdniestrian stalemate. From openDemocracy.





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