Language controversy will haunt Moldova’s politics

Parliament has passed a law to change what the state language is called from 'Moldovan' to 'Romanian'.

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  • Polarised positions
  • Constitutional conundrum
  • Political ramifications
  • Government's tactics
  • Reunification with Romania?
  • Impact on Transnistria

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