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What is the capital city of Moldova?
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The capital city of Moldova is ChiČinÄu.12
Situated along the BĆ¢cu River in the south-central part of the country, ChiČinÄu serves as the nation's primary administrative, economic, and cultural center. Following the collapse of Soviet authority in 1991, the cityāwhich was historically known by its Russian name, Kishinyovāreinstated the Romanian-language version of its name as the official designation. Today, it functions as a major industrial hub, hosting various manufacturing industries and serving as a central location for the country's scientific and educational institutions.23