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Kelemen Hunor: State reform is a diet

13:48, 23 Iun. 2025

On Monday, after signing the coalition agreement, UDMR president Kelemen Hunor commented on the structure of the future government, the fiscal adjustments planned for autumn, the maintenance of the general VAT rate, and pension taxation.

The hearing for ministers will begin after lunch

13:46, 23 Iun. 2025

The hearing for ministers will begin after lunch, and the vote in Parliament is scheduled for the afternoon, Ilie Bolojan announced on Monday following the signing of the political agreement to form the governing coalition.

Political agreement between coalition parties foresees rotating prime minister

13:44, 23 Iun. 2025

The political agreement signed by the PSD, PNL, USR, UDMR, and the Minority Group establishes a rotation for the position of Prime Minister.

The PSD has not ruled out the possibility of a government led by a technocratic prime minister

13:20, 20 Iun. 2025

The PSD has not ruled out the possibility of a government led by a technocratic prime minister. Marius Budăi mentioned that "if such a situation arises, it is crucial for politically appointed ministers to collaborate with him."

The USR has decided to postpone its vote on joining the government

13:18, 20 Iun. 2025

The USR has decided to postpone its vote on joining the government due to the ongoing conflict between Nicușor Dan and Ilie Bolojan. In a statement, the party announced, “We have decided to reschedule the meeting for a date when the parties willing to assume office reach a final agreement.”

Florin Roman: Dan’s main promise, in the case of Ilie Bolojan’s non-nomination, broken

13:13, 20 Iun. 2025

There is tension within the National Liberal Party (PNL) due to disagreements between Nicușor Dan and Ilie Bolojan. Florin Roman, the party's vice president, emphasized the need for the party president to take action and appoint a prime minister during an interview with RFI.

Ion Iliescu is currently conscious, with a stable heart rate

13:10, 20 Iun. 2025

Ion Iliescu is currently conscious, with a stable heart rate, and is receiving minimal respiratory assistance while on oxygen. He remains in the intensive care unit.

Hurezeanu: There is a chance to find out by the end of the year if Romania can re-enter Visa Waiver

13:58, 18 Iun. 2025

Romania is expected to learn by the end of this year whether it can meet U.S. expectations for re-entry into the Visa Waiver Programme, following improvements in bilateral political relations, according to Foreign Minister Emil Hurezeanu.

PNL Vice-President Robert Sighiartău: The idea of a government rotation is totally wrong

14:34, 17 Iun. 2025

The idea of a government rotation, as proposed by the PSD, is totally wrong, said PNL Vice-President Robert Sighiartău on Tuesday.

ANPC: Dead bugs and insects found in a bakery shop in Bucharest

14:32, 17 Iun. 2025

ANPC inspectors who conducted a check at a bread and bakery shop in Bucharest found dead bugs and insects, among other violations. The business was fined, and the inspectors ordered a temporary suspension of operations.

Negrescu: Europe risks losing the race for competitiveness

13:55, 17 Iun. 2025

“Europe risks losing the race for competitiveness if it does not invest seriously in people,” said MEP Victor Negrescu.

Bad weather has worsened ground instability at one of the country’s most important lignite mines

12:59, 16 Iun. 2025

Bad weather has worsened ground instability at one of the country’s most important lignite mines, prompting companies to withdraw their equipment and relocate production to avoid impacting the power plant.

Unions: Government to be formed by June 30, tough tax measures in the pipeline

12:46, 16 Iun. 2025

Discussions at Cotroceni Palace have concluded, with union leaders warning that severe fiscal measures will soon be announced for Romanians, potentially including tax increases.

Former President Ion Iliescu has been diagnosed with lung cancer

12:45, 16 Iun. 2025

Former President Ion Iliescu has been diagnosed with lung cancer. This confirmation comes from Prof. Dr. Agrippa Ionescu Emergency Clinical Hospital, following medical evaluations that indicated the condition is oncological in nature.

TAROM temporarily suspends flights to Tel Aviv, Beirut and Amman

12:58, 13 Iun. 2025

TAROM announced that flights to Tel Aviv, Beirut and Amman have been temporarily suspended due to the conflict in the region.

The unemployment rate in the first quarter of the year was 6.2%, increasing

12:57, 13 Iun. 2025

The unemployment rate in the first quarter of 2025 was 6.2%, increasing by 0.3 percentage points compared to that recorded in the fourth quarter of 2024, according to INS data published on Friday.

Teodorovici: We must grant big tech companies a better regime than their countries

12:54, 13 Iun. 2025

"We must grant big tech companies a favorable or better regime than the countries in which they are now, today, located," said former Minister of Economy and Finance, Eugen Teodorovici, on Friday.

Nicuşor Dan: Even today, the Justice has not pronounced a final decision in the ”Mineriada” case

12:37, 13 Iun. 2025

Romanian President Nicuşor Dan claims, on Friday, that the mining riot of June 13-15 represents one of the most painful moments in history and that even after 35 years, the Justice has not pronounced a final decision in this case.

Inflation reached 5.5% in May, the highest level in recent months

12:50, 12 Iun. 2025

Prices increased by 0.46% compared to April, with food registering the highest increase by 0.89% in a single month.

New dedicated lanes for public transport in three key points in the Capital

12:47, 12 Iun. 2025

New dedicated lanes for public transport have been set up on three important streets in the center of the Capital, announced Mayor General Stelian Bujduveanu on Thursday.

Bogdan Ivan: There is an evolution in the level of hydrotechnical works at Praid

12:41, 12 Iun. 2025

"The data I received from my colleagues in the last hour show an evolution in the level of hydrotechnical works" at Praid, declared Thursday morning the Minister of Economy, Bogdan Ivan.

Romania starts drone production this summer in Brașov

12:39, 12 Iun. 2025

Environment Minister Mircea Fechet announced that Romania will start drone production this summer at Carfil Brașov, following a protocol concluded between this company and an American firm for technological transfer.

Sorin Grindeanu: We need a leaner state

13:54, 11 Iun. 2025

Sorin Grindeanu stated that all parties involved in forming the new government agree on the need to cut state spending and streamline public structures as part of ensuring social fairness and reducing inefficiencies.

Victor Negrescu: Digitalization must become a national priority

13:51, 11 Iun. 2025

Victor Negrescu emphasized that Romania’s future government must prioritize digitalization to create a more efficient, transparent, and citizen-focused administration.

MFA confirms two Romanians among those injured in Graz school shooting

13:47, 11 Iun. 2025

Two Romanian citizens were injured in the school shooting in Graz, Austria, and the Romanian Embassy is in contact with local authorities to monitor the situation and offer consular support.

Doctors issue preliminary diagnosis for former President Ion Iliescu

13:44, 11 Iun. 2025

Former Romanian President Ion Iliescu has been diagnosed with a locally advanced lung mass and remains under observation in intensive care, showing slight signs of improvement.

INS: In 2024, a household had, on average, income of 8,270 lei and expenses of 7,013 lei

13:14, 10 Iun. 2025

A household had, on average, income of 8,270 lei and expenses of 7,013 lei, according to data published on Tuesday by the INS.

Ministry of Culture Control Body sent to Brukenthal Museum

13:07, 10 Iun. 2025

Minister of Culture, Natalia Intotero, sent the ministry's Control Body to the Brukenthal National Museum, after information appeared in the press regarding the organization of a private event within the museum in Sibiu.

Nicușor Dan thanked the King of Spain for supporting the Romanian community in Spain

12:53, 10 Iun. 2025

President Nicușor Dan thanked King Felipe VI on Tuesday for the support granted by the Spanish authorities to the Romanian community in Spain during joint statements made in Cincu, Brașov County.

Victor Negrescu: The Republic of Moldova means a future in the European Union

13:07, 09 Iun. 2025

MEP Victor Negrescu had a meeting with the Prime Minister of the Republic of Moldova, Dorin Recean in Brussels and reaffirmed his constant support for the European path of the neighboring country.

Daniel Băluţă announces the start of works on the Unirii Floor and detours for cars

12:41, 09 Iun. 2025

The mayor of Sector 4 of the Capital, Daniel Băluţă, announced on Monday the start of works on the Unirii Floor. At first, work will be carried out in front of Manuc's inn and Unirii Park. The mayor announced which detours can be used by drivers.

The application dedicated to the electronic identity card, available since Monday on the MAI portal

12:38, 09 Iun. 2025

The Ministry of Internal Affairs announces on Monday that the application dedicated to the electronic identity card (CEI) is available for download on the institution's HUB electronic services portal, at: https://hub.mai.gov.ro/aplicatie-cei.

Romania’s ambassador to the USA met with Trump’s emissary for Ukraine

12:30, 09 Iun. 2025

Andrei Muraru, the Romanian ambassador to Washington, met with Keith Kellogg, Trump's special envoy for Ukraine to discuss security issues and Romania's support for Ukraine.

Transalpina reopens today with limited traffic

13:09, 06 Iun. 2025

Transalpina reopens today for the summer season, but with schedule restrictions. Until July 1, drivers can only drive between 09:00-20:00 on the Rânca-Curpăt section.

INS: Romania’s economy stagnated at the beginning of 2025

13:08, 06 Iun. 2025

Romania's economy did not show major changes compared to the end of last year in the first quarter of 2025. The Gross Domestic Product (GDP) remained at the same level in real terms compared to the fourth quarter of 2024, according to data published on Friday by the National Institute of Statistics.