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Nina Shtanski
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Нина Штански
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Shtanski in 2012
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| First Lady of Transnistria | |
| In role 19 September 2015 – 16 December 2016 |
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| President | Yevgeny Shevchuk |
| Preceded by | Vacant |
| Succeeded by | Svetlana Krasnoselskaya |
| Minister of Foreign Affairs | |
| In office 24 January 2012 – 14 September 2015 |
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| Prime Minister | Pyotr Stepanov Tatiana Turanskaya Maija Parnas (Acting) |
| Preceded by | Vladimir Yastrebchak |
| Succeeded by | Vitaly Ignatiev |
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| Born | 10 April 1977 Tiraspol, Soviet Union (now Moldova) |
| Political party | Independent |
| Spouse | Yevgeny Shevchuk |
| Alma mater | Transnistrian State University |
Nina Viktorovna Shtanski (Romanian: Nina Ștanski; Russian: Нина Викторовна Штански; born 10 April 1977) is a former important public figure from Transnistria. She served as the Deputy Prime Minister for International Cooperation and the Minister of Foreign Affairs for the Pridnestrovian Moldavian Republic. She held these roles from January 24, 2012, to September 2, 2015. Nina Shtanski also earned a Ph.D. degree in 2012. This is a high academic achievement. She was recognized as an honored foreign service officer in Transnistria. She also held the high diplomatic rank of Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary. This means she was a top representative for her country.
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Early Life and Education
Nina Shtanski was born on April 10, 1977. Her birthplace was Tiraspol, which was then part of the Moldavian SSR. Today, Tiraspol is in Moldova. She studied law at the Transnistrian State University. This university is named after T.G. Shevchenko. Nina Shtanski has mentioned that her family has Polish roots.
Academic Achievements
On December 24, 2012, Nina Shtanski completed her Ph.D. Her research focused on the "Problems of the conflict in Transnistria / Moldova: International Aspects." This study looked at the international side of the issues between Transnistria and Moldova.
Career in Government
Nina Shtanski began her career in government in 2002. She worked at the Supreme Council of the Pridnestrovian Moldavian Republic. The Supreme Council is like the parliament or main law-making body.
Roles at the Supreme Council
From 2002 to 2009, she held several important positions:
- She was a leading specialist for the Supreme Council.
- She worked as an assistant to the Chairman of the Supreme Council.
- She also served as a political advisor to the Chairman.
Advisor and Educator
Between 2009 and 2011, Nina Shtanski was active in social and educational work. During this time, she advised Evgeny Shevchuk. He was a deputy in the Supreme Council of Transnistria. He also led a social group called "Renaissance." Nina Shtanski also taught at the Institute of History, State and Law. This institute is part of the Transnistrian State University.
Diplomatic and Ministerial Roles
After Evgeny Shevchuk became President of Transnistria, Nina Shtanski took on new responsibilities. On December 30, 2011, she was named a special representative. Her job was to handle negotiations and work with international groups.
On January 24, 2012, she became the Minister of Foreign Affairs. This role involved managing Transnistria's relationships with other countries. On February 1, 2012, she was again confirmed as the President's special representative. She continued to work on negotiations and with diplomatic missions.
Later, on November 6, 2012, she received another important appointment. President Yevgeny Shevchuk made her the Deputy Prime Minister for International Cooperation. She kept her role as Minister of Foreign Affairs at the same time.
Political Views
Nina Shtanski supported the 2014 annexation of Crimea by the Russian Federation. She also suggested that Russia should consider a similar action for Transnistria. She was a member of the Security Council. This council advises the President of Transnistria on safety and defense matters.
Personal Life
In September 2015, Nina Shtanski left her government positions. She married Yevgeny Shevchuk, who was the President of Transnistria at the time. In January 2016, she gave birth to her second child.
