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Romanian prime minister Marcel Ciolacu met with Hungarian counterpart Viktor Orban on Friday, July 26. The main discussion topics were the Budapest–Bucharest high-speed train and Romania’s full accession to the Schengen Area. “Today I had a pragmatic discussion with the prime minister of Hungary, Mr. Viktor Orban, on topics of mutual interest regarding our bilateral…

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The Executive Directors of the World Bank Group have approved a Development Policy Loan for Romania amounting to EUR 599.1 million, with a dual focus on economic and environmental sustainability.  The loan will allow Romania to make reforms aimed at strengthening the country’s fiscal framework, promoting green and inclusive economic growth, and stimulating private-sector investment. …

The European Commission decided on Thursday, July 25, to send Romania a reasoned opinion for incorrectly implementing Directive 1999/31/EC on landfill waste and the Waste Framework Directive (Directive 2008/98/EC), according to a press release from the EC.  The landfill waste directive sets standards for landfills to prevent negative effects on human health, water, soil, and…

Romania has spent the equivalent of 8 out of 100 euros from the EU-backed National Recovery and Resilience Plan, or PNRR, a set of preferential loans and grants given to EU members to boost their post-pandemic economic recovery, according to Ziarul Financiar. The PNRR has two main components: one, in which the government must meet…

During the Olympic Games, the Romanian Embassy in Paris – Béhague Palace – will host the Hospitality House under the title “Casa României/Romania House” for the Olympic athletes, a joint project of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Olympic Committee COSR. The official opening took place on Thursday, July 25. Béhague Palace, one of the most…

Via Transilvanica, Romania’s longest hiking trail, has been included on the 2024 list of the world’s greatest places compiled by TIME magazine. The trail, crossing the country from Putna Monastery to Drobeta-Turnu Severin, was inaugurated in 2022.  The 1,400 km Via Transilvanica trail connects as many as 12 UNESCO World Heritage sites. It is a…

The Romanian government has approved a memorandum to continue Romanian language, culture, and civilization courses for children and youth in Romanian communities across eight European countries for the next school year.  These optional courses, two hours per week, are tailored for various educational levels, from kindergarten to secondary school.  The program, overseen by the Institute…

The Romanian government has introduced biometric measures for the certification of citizenship as part of its efforts to join the Visa Waiver Program.  According to Mihai Constantin, the government spokesperson, the new measures involve the use of digital photographs and fingerprinting for applicants seeking Romanian citizenship.  “The adoption of biometrics will enhance the security and…

Purcari Wineries Public Company Limited (BVB: WINE), a leading wine producer in Central and Eastern Europe, has announced the launch of Vintech Innovations.  This new IT company, wholly owned by Purcari, aims to enhance the group’s digital capabilities, streamline operations, and improve decision-making processes.  Anton Fortunatov, Chief Information Officer of Purcari, stated: “This is a…