In Moldova, voting is under way for the country's first presidential election in 20 years. <br/><br/>The vote is being seen as a battle between those supporting closer ties with Russia and those wanting integration with the European Union. <br/><br/>The ex-Soviet republic is one of the poorest countries in Europe and has been hit by a string of high-profile corruption scandals. Since 1996 Presidents of Moldova have been chosen by Parliament.