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A new lot of the A3 Motorway will be built in Bihor

The National Road Investment Company (CNIR) issued the start order for the contract for the Chiribiș-Biharia lot of the Transylvania-A3 Motorway on Wednesday. The start date of the project is May 20, according to a press release published by CNIR.

CNS Cartel ALFA: Romania needs a president committed to the entire society

In the context of the presidential elections, the National Trade Union Confederation Cartel ALFA (CNS Cartel ALFA) draws attention to the fact that real dialogue between citizens and the state is still missing, just as it was missing during the mandates of former President Klaus Iohannis.

New increases for ROBOR

The National Bank of Romania announced on Friday new increases for the ROBOR index.

CCR validates first round of presidential elections

The Constitutional Court of Romania (CCR) announced on Friday that the first round of the presidential elections, held on May 4, 2025, have been validated.

Boloș, on the possible suspension of European funds: I hope we will take the necessary steps

Minister Marcel Boloș emphasized that Romania must implement the fiscal reform required by the PNRR to avoid the suspension of European funds and ensure continued financial support.

Marcel Ciolacu takes stock of the government

Marcel Ciolacu highlights the achievements of the PSD-led government, including record employment, significant economic growth, infrastructure expansion, and increased incomes, despite the ongoing electoral pressures.

Romania’s first high-power hub for charging electric vehicles opens

Romania has opened its first high-power electric vehicle charging hub on the A1 near Miercurea Sibiului, featuring 400 kW stations for heavy-duty vehicles and 10 MW total installed capacity, making it one of the most powerful in Europe.

The euro exchange rate announced by the BNR increased on Thursday

The euro exchange, along with US dollar, and pound sterling have all increased in Romania on Thursday, according to the National Bank of Romania.

Bolojan: I believe that every Romanian who votes will make history

"I believe that every Romanian who goes to vote will make history," Ilie Bolojan, Romania's interim president, told a meeting of businessmen on Wednesday.

The euro exchange rate announced by the NBR rose to 5.09 lei on Wednesday

The National Bank of Romania announces on Wednesday an exchange rate of 5.0991 lei for one euro, up from 5.0378 on Tuesday.

Dan, on Simion’s statements on the 500.000 budget cuts: Nonsense

Nicușor Dan, an independent candidate in the presidential elections, said on Wednesday that the statements of his opponent, George Simion, leader of the AUR party, on the reduction of 500,000 public employees are "nonsense."

Vasile Dîncu: The PSD experienced a historic defeat in the presidential elections on May 4

The PSD experienced a historic defeat in the presidential elections on May 4, as stated by the party's vice president, Vasile Dîncu.

Cătălin Predoiu has been appointed as interim prime minister

Cătălin Predoiu has been appointed as interim prime minister, according to an announcement from the Presidential Administration on Tuesday morning.

PSD Leader: The entire leadership team must leave

A PSD leader is calling for the resignation of the party leadership following the presidential election results. "The entire leadership team must leave," said Constantin Toma, the mayor of Buzau.

Dominic Fritz: The stake is to mobilize, regardless of political differences

The stake of these two weeks is to mobilize all of us, beyond all political differences we might have, declared the interim president of the USR, Dominic Fritz, on Monday. He says that "we are facing a violent, extremist, anti-European candidate".

UNIMIR offers scholarships worth 30,000 euros to young Romanian musicians

The Union of Musicians and Performers of Romania announces, on Monday, the launch of the 12th edition of the competition for the award of UNIMIR Scholarships, intended for young musicians, performers and conductors.

One billion RON to buy 12 new metro trains

Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu announced on Wednesday that 12 new electric subway trains will be purchased to run on the capital’s Metro Line 4 and later on Line 6.

Ciolacu: Total budget revenues up 16% in March

Total budget revenues rose by 16% in March, reaching a record €10.5 billion, Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu announced Wednesday. He said April could see a first in this area.

CSAT meeting scheduled ahead of presidential elections

The Presidential Administration has announced that the Supreme Council for National Defense (CSAT) will convene on Wednesday, four days before the presidential elections.

Valeriu Tabără, the former Minister of Agriculture, passed away

Valeriu Tabără, the former Minister of Agriculture, passed away on Tuesday. He had been hospitalized in Timişoara due to heart problems.

Bolojan at economic forum: What we decide now will influence the future of Europe

Acting President Ilie Bolojan emphasized that the decisions made now regarding energy, transport, and digital infrastructure within the Three Seas Initiative are crucial for shaping both the region’s and Europe’s long-term stability, prosperity, and connectivity.

Antonescu: „My opponent in this campaign is isolationism, represented by Simion and Ponta”

"My opponent in this campaign is isolationism, represented by George Simion and Victor Ponta, not other pro-Western candidates," said Crin Antonescu, the candidate backed by the ruling coalition in the presidential election, on Tuesday.

A simple motion against the Minister of Labor was passed in Parliament

A simple motion criticizing the Minister of Labor, seen by the minister as an electoral maneuver, was passed in the Senate, though it does not formally demand her resignation.

Elena Udrea moves closer to conditional release

The Prahova Court has postponed its decision regarding Elena Udrea's request for a reduction in her prison sentence until April 29. If her request is granted, Udrea could become eligible for parole, as reported by gandul.ro.

Ilie Bolojan: Let’s continue modernizing the Armed Forces with gradual budget increase

Acting President of Romania Ilie Bolojan sent a message on Wednesday to mark Land Forces Day, calling for continued modernization of the Romanian Army through a phased increase in defense spending.

Ciolacu to the military: Grateful for putting the country’s security above your own lives

Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu expressed his gratitude on Wednesday, Land Forces Day, for the dedication of Romania’s military personnel, their sleepless nights on missions and their daily commitment to placing the country’s security above their own lives.

Nicușor Dan: Antonescu and Ponta have been part of this system for 35 years. They protected the corrupt

Independent candidate Nicușor Dan criticized his rivals Crin Antonescu and Victor Ponta on Tuesday, stating: "They have been part of this system for 35 years. It's hard to believe that individuals who have consistently protected the corrupt will suddenly deliver the justice Romanians expect."

Ilie Bolojan will attend Pope Francis’ funeral

Romania's interim President Ilie Bolojan will attend the funeral of Pope Francis, the President's Office has announced.

Transaplina remains closed between Rânca and Obârșia Lotrului

Transalpina remains closed between Rânca and Obârșia Lotrului during the Easter period, according to the Regional Roads and Bridges Directorate (DRDP) Craiova.

MFA: Waiting times at the Bulgarian border will be increased during the mini-holiday period

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) has issued a travel warning for Romanians who intend to travel to Bulgaria or transit through Bulgaria to Greece or Turkey during the Easter and May 1st mini-holidays and the entire summer season.

Emergency intervention in Argeș, where a forest burns on Good Friday

A forest is on fire in the commune of Cetățeni, Argeș county. Firefighters intervene urgently.

Ministry of Development transferred over 75 million lei for projects financed through PNRR

The Ministry of Development, Public Works and Administration (MDLPA) has settled invoices totaling over 75 million lei for 123 objectives achieved through the Renovation Wave, Local Fund and Education components of the National Recovery and Resilience Plan (PNRR).

Romania had the highest annual inflation among EU member states in March, with a rate of 5.1%

Romania had the highest annual inflation among EU member states in March, with a rate of 5.1%, shows zf.ro, which cites Eurostat.

Ciolacu announces new mechanism for settling holiday vouchers

The Government approved a new mechanism for settling holiday vouchers in Wednesday's meeting.

The site for the Timişoara Regional Oncology Institute was handed over

The handover of the site of the future Timişoara Regional Oncology Institute took place on Wednesday, a key moment in the launch of one of the most important medical infrastructure projects in the west of the country.

The second gallery of the Momaia tunnel on the Sibiu-Piteşti motorway has been pierced

The second gallery of the Momaia tunnel on the future Sibiu-Piteşti motorway was pierced on Wednesday, announced the Minister of Transport Sorin Grindeanu.

Government allocates 50 million lei for ANSVSA due to foot-and-mouth disease

The Government approved on Wednesday the allocation of 50 million lei from the budgetary reserve fund, in order to supplement the budget of the National Sanitary-Veterinary and Food Safety Authority (ANSVSA), in order to strengthen the national prevention capacity, with foot-and-mouth disease.

Ilie Bolojan discussed strategic partnership and visas with US lawmakers

Interim Romanian President Ilie Bolojan met with US lawmakers in Bucharest to discuss the Romania–US strategic partnership and visa policies, marking the first official American visit to Romania since the Trump administration began.

A provincial hospital will have a portal for telemedicine and smart bracelets for patients

The Târgu Bujor City Hospital in Galați County will implement a telemedicine portal, smart bracelets for patient monitoring, and an IT platform for remote scheduling and lab results, thanks to a PNRR-funded project.

Snow removal operation on Transalpina has begun

Snow removal has started on the high-altitude Transalpina road between Rânca and Obârșia Lotrului, using heavy equipment, but the road remains closed to traffic until safe travel conditions are restored.