Europe’s Secret Third World Country

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How Moldova Became the poorest country on the wealthiest continent.

– Contents of this video —————————-
00:00 – A Kidney for Fuel
04:19 – The Crossroads of Empires
07:39 – The Empire’s Orchard
13:52 – Transition to Destitution
25:50 – Grand Theft Moldova

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