Transnistria, also known as Trans-Dniester,  Transdniestria and Pridnestrovie (full name: Pridnestrovskaya Moldavskaya Respublica or PMR), is a breakaway republic within the internationally recognised borders of Moldova, created after crash of the USSR. Although not recognised by any state or international organisation and de jure part of Moldova, it is de facto independent and functions like a state. It is organised as a presidential republic, with its own government, parliament, military, police and postal system. Its authorities have adopted a constitution, flag, a national anthem, and a coat of arms. PMR (The Trans-Dniester Moldavian Republic) is situated in the south-eastern part of  Europe. It borders with Ukraine and Republic of Moldova.

Its territory is about 4,163 sq.km. or 1,607 sq.mi.