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Financial Times: Trump administration pressuring Romanian authorities to lift restrictions on Andrew Tate
The Trump administration is reportedly pressuring Romanian authorities to lift travel restrictions on controversial influencer Andrew Tate and his brother Tristian, both of whom are facing criminal charges, Financial Times reported. The Tate brothers’ case was first raised by US officials last week in a phone call with representatives of the Romanian government and later…
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Sophia franchise network aims to expand its network to 100 franchises within the diaspora by 2026 and is launching an innovative configurator
Sophia, the Romanian retailer specializing in personalized textile decorations, reached a cumulative turnover of 7 million euros in 2024, across its 30 stores (5 company-owned, 25 franchised) in Romania, Spain, and the USA. The company’s primary objective is to expand to 100 franchises by the end of 2026, focusing mainly on diaspora communities. „Our development…
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PONS-RO PRODCOM SRL, manufacturer and distributor of Asevi brand in Romania, joins ASEMER
PONS-RO PRODCOM SRL, manufacturer and distributor of ASEVI, the Spanish brand of detergents and cleaning products, joins ASEMER (Association of Spanish Companies in Romania), an independent business association. This decision represents a strategic step that highlights the importance of the Romanian market for Asevi and recognizes the key role of ASEMER in supporting and promoting…
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Tennis players compete for EUR 600,000 prize pool at ATP 250 Țiriac Open in Bucharest this spring
The ATP 250 Țiriac Open, presented by UniCredit Bank, will take place in Bucharest from March 31 to April 6, 2025, with total prize money of EUR 600,000. This year’s edition marks the tournament’s first time at the National Tennis Center. The event will feature a singles draw of 28 players and a doubles draw…
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Bucharest Village Museum hosts fair dedicated to Dragobete, Romania’s celebration of love
The “Dimitrie Gusti” National Village Museum in Bucharest is set to celebrate Dragobete, Romania’s traditional holiday of love, with a special fair from February 22 to 24. Visitors will find music, dance, and traditional crafts along the museum’s pathways, as well as handmade creations from skilled folk artisans. The fair will also offer a glimpse…
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“Nothing can make me withdraw from presidential race,” Bucharest mayor says
Bucharest mayor Nicuşor Dan has reaffirmed his commitment to running as an independent candidate in the presidential elections scheduled for May 2025, stating that nothing will make him withdraw from the race. “Nothing can make me withdraw my candidacy. […] There are thousands of people who have signed up as volunteers and are already collecting…
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A dream wedding at JW Marriott Bucharest Grand Hotel
On a day when everything must be perfect, elegance and refinement come together in a spectacular setting. At JW Marriott Bucharest Grand Hotel, every wedding is transformed into an unforgettable experience, where our dedicated wedding planning team meticulously orchestrates every detail. From grand ballrooms to intimate spaces, personalized menus, and impeccable service, we ensure that…
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Romania’s 2025 budget: A bid for stability amid political and economic challenges
Romania’s 2025 budget aims to restore fiscal balance after years of widening deficits, but analysts warn that success hinges on political stability and global economic conditions, according to a new report from the Romanian Economic Monitor (RoEM), a research project of the Babes Bolyai University in Cluj-Napoca. The government projects a budget deficit of 7%…
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Romania-Germany trade reaches EUR 42.1 bln in 2024 after modest growth
Trade between Romania and Germany reached EUR 42.1 billion in 2024, maintaining Romania’s position as Germany’s 17th-largest trading partner, according to data from the German Federal Statistical Office (Destatis), released by the Romanian-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (AHK Romania). The 0.9% increase in total trade volume from 2023 was driven by Romanian exports to…
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Romania’s Finance Ministry draws record RON 4.3 bln with first Fidelis bond issue in 2025
Romania’s Ministry of Finance announced a record-breaking start to the Fidelis government bond program in 2025, with total subscriptions exceeding RON 4.3 billion (EUR 865 mln) during the February 7-14 issuance period. The latest round surpassed the previous high of RON 3.5 billion recorded in October 2024. The Fidelis bonds are issued and traded through…