Moldova

Moldova is a country of approximately 4.4 million people and considered the poorest country in Europe.  Unemployment is around 8% with over 80% of the population considered to be under the (world’s standard) poverty line.  Yearly per capita income is $385.  In 1998, Russia experienced a major financial crisis that severely affected Moldova’s economy which relies on Russia for over 60% of its foreign trade.  Due to the sharp economic downturn that ensued, more than 25% of Moldova’s workforce left to be employed abroad.  Evangelicals (including Pentecostal/Charismatics) represent .5% of the population.