About David Smith
What Moldova Matters is (and Who it’s For)
Moldova Matters is an independent, English-language publication covering Moldovan politics, economics, and regional affairs - and explaining why they matter.
We produce:
A Weekly Roundup of the most important developments in Moldova
A Weekly Roundup of the most important developments in Moldova
Independent reporting and analysis on Moldovan politics and the economy
Independent reporting and analysis on Moldovan politics and the economy
Contextual articles written for an international audience
Contextual articles written for an international audience
Since launching in February 2021, Moldova Matters has grown into the leading English-language source of news and analysis on Moldova.
Who Writes this Newsletter?
This newsletter is primarily written and edited by me, David Smith. Originally from Virginia, I’ve lived in Moldova for the last 13 years. In that time I’ve worked in international development, run a series of small companies, co-founded what is now the largest cross sectoral small business association in the country and started this newsletter.