moldovans of older and middle generations are generally bilingual in the romanian language and russian, due to the long influence of and trade with the soviet union. many moldovan expatriates and migrant workers live and work in russia. many of the younger generation in moldova, however, may not know this language well enough to be able to communicate in writing or to have a sophisticated conversation. children study russian one hour per week in school. there are more tv channels available to watch in russian than in romanian.