Moldova: a close second round between pro-Russians and pro-Europeans

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The second round of the presidential election in Moldova, on Sunday, November 15, 2020, will pit Maia Sandu, the former Prime Minister, and Igor Dodon, the outgoing president.

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By: Juliette Rengeval Follow

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The small republic, nestled between Romania and Ukraine, is at a crossroads with two candidates who will face each other on Sunday, November 15 for the second round of the presidential election.

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One is looking towards Moscow, the other towards the European Union.

The second round of the Moldovan presidential election will see outgoing President Igor Dodon face off against his former Prime Minister Maia Sandu.

She came first in the first round, on November 1, almost 4 points ahead of the current socialist head of state, a supporter of strengthening ties with Russia.

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