This in-depth investigation by the Financial Times examines the secretive corporate empire of Sheriff, a company that has come to dominate the economy of Transnistria, a breakaway state from Moldova. The report delves into how Sheriff has effectively captured the pro-Russian government of Transnistria, wielding significant influence over the region’s economic and political affairs.
The article explores the company’s opaque ownership structure and its role in shaping the destiny of this contested territory. As the war in Ukraine continues, the future of Transnistria and the fate of Sheriff’s corporate empire have been thrown into uncertainty, raising questions about the interplay between big business and breakaway states.