Thursday, 22 October 2026 · Bucharest
Russia’s economic difficulties underscore the need to maintain pressure while Washington pursues a diplomatic solution, he said.
Radu Dumitrescu · 22 Oct · 4 min read
Dan Tanasă will stand trial before Romania’s High Court on a charge of inciting violence, hatred, or discrimination.
The facility operated on lignite and heavy fuel oil and had a maximum installed capacity of 247 MW.
In total, the company’s Romanian portfolio comprises 84 trams and 33 trolleybuses.
The partnership will add more than 20 MW of charging capacity at Altex, Bricostore, and Cometex retail locations across the country.
Cristina Trăilă is accused of helping efforts to remove a veterinary authority director in a case involving businessman Fănel Bogoș.
Social Democrat (PSD) justice minister Radu Marinescu hopes to reach an agreement with magistrates to spread payment of the EUR 1 billion in salary arrears owed by the state over time.
The government led by prime minister Luca Niculescu reportedly intends to maintain the additional turnover tax on banks next year, even as it plans to eliminate the minimum turnover tax (IMCA) generally applied to companies in other sectors.
Natuzzi, Italy’s largest high-end furniture manufacturer, which is undergoing restructuring, has completed the relocation to its Romanian factory of furniture production for the North American market.
Fitch Ratings has affirmed the long-term issuer default rating (IDR) of Romania-based Romgaz (BVB: SNG) at the level of BBB- with a negative outlook.
Entek Elektrik, a subsidiary of Turkish oil refiner Tüpraş, will build a battery energy storage system (BESS) with a capacity of 600 MWh in two phases near the 214 MW Niculesti photovoltaic park, which it acquired from Israeli renewable energy investor Econergy in a transaction agreed in 2024 and completed in 2025.
One of fall’s most awaited film festivals kicks off in Bucharest, while the literature festival held in Iaşi welcomes a line-up of celebrated authors.
Turkey’s demand for sunflower imports from the European Union could increase in the current marketing year, as supplies of sunflower seeds and processed products from Ukraine and Russia are expected to be less readily available than in previous years, according to an analysis by the US Department of Agriculture (USDA).
The platform opens with more than 200 verified producers and 4,000 products, offering delivery across Romania and the European Union.
The Bucharest Tribunal rejected Ciprian Ciucu’s challenge against the extension of the measure, issuing a final decision.
The man who allegedly searched the villa for equipment installed by prosecutors is also being questioned by DIICOT.
Romania's photovoltaic sector has transformed dramatically over the past five years, but the story behind the numbers is more complicated than the headlines suggest.
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Romania Insider launches a new multi-part video series taking viewers inside Leroy Merlin Romania, one of the country's fastest-changing retailers. Episode 1 sits down with Ionuț Vasile, Head of Supply Chain, to open the doors on the logistics operation behind 25 stores, 3.7 billion lei in turnover, and a brand-new 48,500 sqm distribution centre.
Dylan Delhommois · 17 Sept · 2 min read
The newest episode of Voices of Romania, Romania Insider’s interview series, is now available on Spotify, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Deezer, and all major audio platforms. This edition features an in-depth conversation with Andra Ghibuțiu,…
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Competing through its German subsidiary, the Suceava-based company was named one of two winners for its approach to inspecting complex engine components.
Romania Insider · 22 Oct · 3 min read
An invitation to reflection: Romania, end of 2026
Romania Insider · 22 Oct · 3 min read
First nine months of 2026: sales value up 8.5%, order volume up 6%. Performance across sectors ranges from +37% in Electronics, Gadgets & Accessories to -15% in Beauty, as online pharmacies (+23%) capture part of the demand.
Romania Insider · 20 Oct · 6 min read
Understanding Romania's healthcare system can be challenging for international residents. From public health insurance and specialist appointments to language barriers and emergency assistance, here is what expats living in Bucharest need to know.
Romania Insider · 20 Oct · 8 min read
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Romania is heading into winter 2026 with the most expensive diesel in history. A liter sells for an average of RON 10.90, almost 40% more than at the beginning of the year.
Radu Dumitrescu · 22 Oct · 4 min read
The 17,000 sqm location will become IKEA’s fourth Romanian store and is expected to open between September 2028 and August 2029.
Irina Marica · 22 Oct · 2 min read
The facility operated on lignite and heavy fuel oil and had a maximum installed capacity of 247 MW.
Radu Dumitrescu · 22 Oct · 2 min read
One of fall’s most awaited film festivals kicks off in Bucharest, while the literature festival held in Iaşi welcomes a line-up of celebrated authors.
RI Newsroom · 22 Oct · 3 min read
The designer and visual artist succeeds Ioana Ciocan, who took over as the new culture minister.
Irina Marica · 21 Oct · 1 min read
The ensemble will perform in eight cities in December, joined by children from the Cantus Mundi national choral program.
Irina Marica · 20 Oct · 1 min read
The region was visited by editor Grace Beard, who signalled her enjoyment by ironically asking “Bran Castle, who?” in the ranking.
Radu Dumitrescu · 16 Oct · 1 min read
Four years since the long-distance trail Via Transilvanica was inaugurated, work is underway to have it reach other historical regions of the country, and the kind of experiences it offers puts it in a strong position to attract an increasing number of tourists, Alin Ușeriu, the president of Tășuleasa Social, explains.
Simona Fodor · 12 Oct · 11 min read
Several flamingos have been filmed on the shore of Lake Techirghiol in southeastern Romania, where sightings of the species have become increasingly common in recent years.
Irina Marica · 12 Oct · 1 min read
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RI Newsroom · 22 Oct · 3 min read
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