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Is Transnistria a recognized country?
Only three non-UN members recognise Transnistria: Abkhazia, Artsakh (Nagorno-Karabakh) and South Ossetia. More on them below.
Why is Transnistria not Recognised?
Policies enacted by the Moldovan government, such as the elimination of Russian as a state language only heightened tension. Despite Transnistria having declared independence and subsequently developing its own government and armed forces, it is not recognized internationally as a republic.
Is Transnistria recognized by Russia?
Russia does not officially recognize the independence of Transnistria; nevertheless, Russia maintains special relations with Transnistria in the political, military, cultural, and economic spheres.
Does Transnistria have a government?
Presidential system
Transnistria/Government
Will Transnistria become independent?
Although Transnistria declared independence in 1990, no United Nations member recognises its sovereignty and the region is considered by the UN to be part of Moldova….UN non-member states.
| Entity | Date of recognition | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| South Ossetia | 12 October 1994 or before | Mutual recognition. |
Is it safe to visit Transnistria?
There has not been fighting in Transnistria for many years. Indeed, Transnistria is a very safe place for travel. By far the biggest threat to visitors are scams. Despite scare reports, Tiraspol is very welcoming, mainly because it gets so few tourists.
Does Ukraine support Transnistria?
Transnistria–Ukraine relations (Russian: Приднестровско-украинские отношения, Ukrainian: Придністровсько-українські відносини) is the bilateral relationship between the Pridnestrovian Moldovan Republic (commonly known as Transnistria) and Ukraine. Ukraine does not officially recognize the independence of Transnistria.
What is the currency of Transnistria?
Transnistrian ruble
Transnistria/Currencies
What is the capital of Transnistria?
Tiraspol
Transnistria/Capitals
Its capital and largest city is Tiraspol. Transnistria has been recognised by only three other unrecognised or partially recognised breakaway states: Abkhazia, Artsakh, and South Ossetia.
Does Transnistria have its own currency?
The ruble is the currency of Transnistria and is divided into 100 kopecks. Since Transnistria is a state with limited international recognition and considered as part of Moldova, its currency has no ISO 4217 code….
| Transnistrian ruble | |
|---|---|
| Subunit | |
| 1/100 | kopeck копейка (Russian) copeică (Romanian) |
Where can I buy Moldovan money?
The money transfers can be collected in cash in EUR, MDL, USD, RUB at the following banks: Moldova Agroindbank, Moldinconbank, Victoriabank, Fincombank, Mobiasbanca, Comertbank, Energbank and the Post Offices.