Moldova

Moldova is a landlocked country in Eastern Europe, bordered by Romania to the west and Ukraine to the north, east and south. The capital city is Chisinau. Moldova was part of the Soviet Union until its independence in 1991. The majority of the population is ethnically Moldovan, with significant minority populations of Ukrainians, Russians, and other ethnic groups. The official language is Romanian, and the currency is the Moldovan leu. Agriculture is an important sector of the economy, with wine production being a significant industry in the country. Moldova is also known for its traditional folk music and dance.