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Visit of EP head Roberta Metsola to Romania cancelled due to political crisis

06 May 2026

lululemon enters Romanian market with first Bucharest store this summer

06 May 2026

Froo Romania relocates to Hermes Business Campus in Bucharest

06 May 2026

European Social-Democratic group PES signals support for Romania’s PSD amid government dismissal

06 May 2026

Bucharest’s District 3 accounts for over a quarter of new homes, report says

06 May 2026

IT HIT partners with Druid AI to expand enterprise AI solutions in Romania

06 May 2026

Administration

Bucharest General Council passes 2026 budget with increased investments

06 May 2026

Romanian president rules out early elections after government collapse, will begin talks with parties

06 May 2026

Romanian president honours Steaua’s 1986 European champions on 40th anniversary

06 May 2026

Romanian court orders government to secure funds for magistrates’ salary claims

06 May 2026

Romania’s Liberals decide to move into opposition after government falls

05 May 2026

Battery storage is reshaping solar investments in Romania. Here’s how YESS Power sees the shift

06 May 2026

Rheinmetall and MSC in talks to jointly take over Romanian shipyard Mangalia

05 May 2026

Romanian PM Ilie Bolojan’s government falls after losing no-confidence vote

30 April 2026

The Last Transhumance: Romanian filmmaker Dragoş Lumpan’s journey to bring a disappearing way of life to screen

Daily news highlights

05 May 2026

Romania’s Neptun Deep strategic gas project reaches pipelaying stage, signalling major progress

05 May 2026

Romania’s first AI Factory could be operational in 2027

05 May 2026

European social media platform eYou launches publicly in Bucharest, 50,000 users added in waitlist phase

05 May 2026

Romania greenlights signing SAFE loan memorandum with European Commission

05 May 2026

Romanian Senate approves law banning listing of profitable state-owned companies for 2 years

06 May 2026

Civic organizations request Harvard, Princeton look into Romanian academics involved with Epstein

06 May 2026

Romanian president honours Steaua’s 1986 European champions on 40th anniversary

05 May 2026

Romanian Ana Blandiana awarded 2026 Zbigniew Herbert Prize for lifetime achievement in poetry

Politics

06 May 2026

Visit of EP head Roberta Metsola to Romania cancelled due to political crisis

06 May 2026

European Social-Democratic group PES signals support for Romania’s PSD amid government dismissal

06 May 2026

Administration

Bucharest General Council passes 2026 budget with increased investments

06 May 2026

Romanian president rules out early elections after government collapse, will begin talks with parties

06 May 2026

Romanian court orders government to secure funds for magistrates’ salary claims

06 May 2026

Romania’s Liberals decide to move into opposition after government falls

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05 May 2026

Romanian Senate approves law banning listing of profitable state-owned companies for 2 years

05 May 2026

Romania’s Neptun Deep strategic gas project reaches pipelaying stage, signalling major progress

30 April 2026

EVERGENT Investments Invests in Romanian Commercial Aviation by Becoming a Shareholder of Anima Wings

News from Companies

30 April 2026

Romania’s Sphera Franchise Group opens first Taco Bell in Republic of Moldova

30 April 2026

Fifth of investors on Bucharest Stock Exchange exclusively bought Fidelis government bonds

30 April 2026

EVERGENT Investments shareholders approved all proposals from the Board of Directors at the General Meetings

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05 March 2026

Over 60% of purchases in Auchan are made using the loyalty card: MyCLUB Auchan celebrates 5 years and surpasses 2 million active members

News from Companies

10 February 2026

Two Cambridge School of Bucharest students secure places at the University of Cambridge

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09 February 2026

From €1,615/sqm in Northern Bucharest: Victoria Homes, the Market Opportunity Presented by North Bucharest Investments

News from Companies

04 February 2026

Ananda Group reports a turnover of over 265,690,000 lei in 2025 and announces the development of over 2,500 apartments in the south of the Capital

News from Companies

23 January 2026

The Celebration of the Élysée Treaty at the Internationale Deutsche Schule Bukarest (iDSBU) – 63 Years of the Power of Dialogue

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20 January 2026

Train yourself in ESG: Join CES ESG Institute – Romania’s First Private Corporate ESG Program

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10 February 2026

No Shortcuts: How Cambridge School of Bucharest Is Preparing Students for a World in Motion

Business Views

20 January 2026

Leading the shift to efficient cities: Veolia’s roadmap in Romania

Business Views

14 January 2026

Gabriel Tironeac, VP of Innovation, ASSIST Software: AI and robotics only deliver value when built around the client

Business Views

25 February 2026

80 years later, 14,000 donors, one theater: Interview with Grivița 53 founder Chris Simion-Mercurian

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08 January 2026

Voices of Romania: Building Leaders in Romania, Andra Ghibuțiu, CEO Beyond Business School

PODCAST

17 March 2026

‘We have always been huge believers in the growth of the country’ - Krzysztof Kulig, Senior Partner at Innova Capital, on the private equity player’s presence in Romania

Real Estate

06 May 2026

Froo Romania relocates to Hermes Business Campus in Bucharest

06 May 2026

Bucharest’s District 3 accounts for over a quarter of new homes, report says

05 May 2026

Romania extends ‘New Home’ program into 2026 with RON 500 mln guarantee ceiling

29 April 2026

Radisson Blu hotel to open in Sinaia mountain town in Romania

29 April 2026

Transport

Auto parts producer Iwis expands facility in Romania’s Oradea

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05 May 2026

Battery storage is reshaping solar investments in Romania. Here’s how YESS Power sees the shift

28 April 2026

International School of Bucharest Team Awarded Honourable Mention in the NASA Space Settlement Contest

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27 April 2026

US court rules new sanction against Romania in Micula case

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17 April 2026

From Play to Performance: How the International School of Bucharest Primary School Builds Confident, Capable Learners

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31 March 2026

Odyssey Education announces the opening of the International Middle School at EFI Bucarest in September 2026: international excellence in the heart of the capital

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30 March 2026

Taste of Tradition, Spirit of Celebration: Easter Brunch at Radisson Blu Hotel Bucharest on April 12, 2026

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Startup

30 April 2026

Romanian Early Game Ventures invests USD 600,000 in startup bringing AI into video games

23 April 2026

Romania’s Techcelerator launches first deep tech, cybersecurity accelerator in Southeast Europe

08 April 2026

Startup

Nine Romanian startups selected for Vest Ventures accelerator

02 April 2026

Startup

Romanian entrepreneurs back AI startup focused on brand visibility in ChatGPT-era search

01 April 2026

SeedBlink launches legal arm in partnership with its CLO

19 March 2026

MerchantPro: Romania’s eCommerce market is set to reach €8.5 billion in 2026, under pressure from non-EU platforms, AI, and more cautious consumer behavior

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30 April 2026

The Last Transhumance: Romanian filmmaker Dragoş Lumpan’s journey to bring a disappearing way of life to screen

21 April 2026

European Heritage Awards: Restoration of Bánffy Castle in Romania’s Răscruci among 2026 winners

20 April 2026

Travel

Arta Chalet: How this retreat took shape in Romania’s Dealu Mare wine region

17 April 2026

Cuisine

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A Culinary Encounter: Michelin-starred Chef Michele De Blasio Arrives at Cucina for ONE Night Only

15 April 2026

Cinema

Romanian Film Review – Sorella di Clausura & Gipsy Queen

07 April 2026

Cuisine

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Joyful Holidays with Boromir Easter Brioche, the Romanian Pasca

Events

06 May 2026

Herbarium Festival 2026: cel mai mare festival de wellness din lume dedicat terapiilor pe bază de plante revine la Therme București

News from Companies

06 May 2026

Gopo 2026: Radu Jude’s Kontinental '25 named Best Film at Romanian cinema awards

05 May 2026

Romania’s men, women’s teams among top 16 at 2026 World Team Table Tennis Championships

05 May 2026

Only Van Gogh artwork in Romania goes on display at Art Safari New Museum in Bucharest

04 May 2026

ISCM World New Music Days Festival 2026 to take place in Bucharest in May

04 May 2026

Romanian teams sweep top places at global robotics championship in Houston

Culture

06 May 2026

Gopo 2026: Radu Jude’s Kontinental '25 named Best Film at Romanian cinema awards

05 May 2026

Ancient warrior grave with gold and silver artifacts unearthed along Timișoara West Ring Road

05 May 2026

Only Van Gogh artwork in Romania goes on display at Art Safari New Museum in Bucharest

05 May 2026

Romanian Ana Blandiana awarded 2026 Zbigniew Herbert Prize for lifetime achievement in poetry

04 May 2026

Administration

Central Romania: Dacian fortress Sarmizegetusa Regia closes for two months, access allowed on weekends

Sports

06 May 2026

Romanian president honours Steaua’s 1986 European champions on 40th anniversary

05 May 2026

Romania’s men, women’s teams among top 16 at 2026 World Team Table Tennis Championships

04 May 2026

Inter Milan wins Italy’s Serie A title with Romanian Cristian Chivu as coach

29 April 2026

Famous gymnast Nadia Comăneci to give masterclass at Romania’s Sports Festival

29 April 2026

Romanian gymnast Ana-Maria Bărbosu on verge of suspension for failure to meet anti-doping agents

06 May 2026

Romania’s Liberals decide to move into opposition after government falls

05 May 2026

Battery storage is reshaping solar investments in Romania. Here’s how YESS Power sees the shift

06 May 2026

Rheinmetall and MSC in talks to jointly take over Romanian shipyard Mangalia

05 May 2026

Romanian PM Ilie Bolojan’s government falls after losing no-confidence vote

30 April 2026

The Last Transhumance: Romanian filmmaker Dragoş Lumpan’s journey to bring a disappearing way of life to screen

Latest News

06 May 2026

Gopo 2026: Radu Jude’s Kontinental '25 named Best Film at Romanian cinema awards

06 May 2026

Visit of EP head Roberta Metsola to Romania cancelled due to political crisis

06 May 2026

lululemon enters Romanian market with first Bucharest store this summer

06 May 2026

Froo Romania relocates to Hermes Business Campus in Bucharest

06 May 2026

European Social-Democratic group PES signals support for Romania’s PSD amid government dismissal

06 May 2026

Bucharest’s District 3 accounts for over a quarter of new homes, report says

Latest Press Releases

05 March 2026

Over 60% of purchases in Auchan are made using the loyalty card: MyCLUB Auchan celebrates 5 years and surpasses 2 million active members

10 February 2026

Two Cambridge School of Bucharest students secure places at the University of Cambridge

09 February 2026

From €1,615/sqm in Northern Bucharest: Victoria Homes, the Market Opportunity Presented by North Bucharest Investments

04 February 2026

Ananda Group reports a turnover of over 265,690,000 lei in 2025 and announces the development of over 2,500 apartments in the south of the Capital

23 January 2026

The Celebration of the Élysée Treaty at the Internationale Deutsche Schule Bukarest (iDSBU) – 63 Years of the Power of Dialogue

20 January 2026

Train yourself in ESG: Join CES ESG Institute – Romania’s First Private Corporate ESG Program

Daily news highlights

05 May 2026

Romania’s Neptun Deep strategic gas project reaches pipelaying stage, signalling major progress

05 May 2026

Romania’s first AI Factory could be operational in 2027

05 May 2026

European social media platform eYou launches publicly in Bucharest, 50,000 users added in waitlist phase

05 May 2026

Romania greenlights signing SAFE loan memorandum with European Commission

05 May 2026

Romanian Senate approves law banning listing of profitable state-owned companies for 2 years

06 May 2026

Civic organizations request Harvard, Princeton look into Romanian academics involved with Epstein

06 May 2026

Romanian president honours Steaua’s 1986 European champions on 40th anniversary

05 May 2026

Romanian Ana Blandiana awarded 2026 Zbigniew Herbert Prize for lifetime achievement in poetry

Politics

05 May 2026

Romanian PM Ilie Bolojan’s government falls after losing no-confidence vote

04 May 2026

Romanian Foreign Affairs Ministry to declassify thousands of diplomatic files from the 1990s

04 May 2026

A short history of Romanian governments and PMs removed through no-confidence motions

06 May 2026

Romania’s Liberals decide to move into opposition after government falls

05 May 2026

Romanian Social Democrat leader says PM Ilie Bolojan should resign after no-confidence motion result

05 May 2026

Romania greenlights signing SAFE loan memorandum with European Commission

Expat Life

05 May 2026

Romanian PM Ilie Bolojan’s government falls after losing no-confidence vote

04 May 2026

Romanian Foreign Affairs Ministry to declassify thousands of diplomatic files from the 1990s

04 May 2026

A short history of Romanian governments and PMs removed through no-confidence motions

06 May 2026

Romania’s Liberals decide to move into opposition after government falls

05 May 2026

Romanian Social Democrat leader says PM Ilie Bolojan should resign after no-confidence motion result

05 May 2026

Romania greenlights signing SAFE loan memorandum with European Commission

Daily news highlights

05 May 2026

Romania’s Neptun Deep strategic gas project reaches pipelaying stage, signalling major progress

05 May 2026

Romania’s first AI Factory could be operational in 2027

05 May 2026

European social media platform eYou launches publicly in Bucharest, 50,000 users added in waitlist phase

05 May 2026

Romania greenlights signing SAFE loan memorandum with European Commission

05 May 2026

Romanian Senate approves law banning listing of profitable state-owned companies for 2 years

06 May 2026

Civic organizations request Harvard, Princeton look into Romanian academics involved with Epstein

06 May 2026

Romanian president honours Steaua’s 1986 European champions on 40th anniversary

05 May 2026

Romanian Ana Blandiana awarded 2026 Zbigniew Herbert Prize for lifetime achievement in poetry

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30 April 2026

OMV Petrom approves RON 3.6 bln dividends, RON 9 bln for investments in 2026

30 April 2026

Romanian lender Banca Transilvania announces cash dividends payout, new board of directors

28 April 2026

Romania’s Electro-Alfa considers disbursing dividends from retained earnings

28 April 2026

Romania’s Hidroelectrica to disburse part of retained earnings as special dividend

23 April 2026

Romania’s leading Banca Transilvania lists ETF tracking BET-TR

23 April 2026

Romanian developer One United Properties reports EUR 60.4 mln in Q1 residential transactions

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10 February 2026

No Shortcuts: How Cambridge School of Bucharest Is Preparing Students for a World in Motion

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20 January 2026

Leading the shift to efficient cities: Veolia’s roadmap in Romania

Business Views

14 January 2026

Gabriel Tironeac, VP of Innovation, ASSIST Software: AI and robotics only deliver value when built around the client

Business Views

25 February 2026

80 years later, 14,000 donors, one theater: Interview with Grivița 53 founder Chris Simion-Mercurian

Interview

08 January 2026

Voices of Romania: Building Leaders in Romania, Andra Ghibuțiu, CEO Beyond Business School

PODCAST

17 March 2026

‘We have always been huge believers in the growth of the country’ - Krzysztof Kulig, Senior Partner at Innova Capital, on the private equity player’s presence in Romania

Politics

05 May 2026

Romanian PM Ilie Bolojan’s government falls after losing no-confidence vote

04 May 2026

Romanian Foreign Affairs Ministry to declassify thousands of diplomatic files from the 1990s

04 May 2026

A short history of Romanian governments and PMs removed through no-confidence motions

06 May 2026

Romania’s Liberals decide to move into opposition after government falls

05 May 2026

Romanian Social Democrat leader says PM Ilie Bolojan should resign after no-confidence motion result

05 May 2026

Romania greenlights signing SAFE loan memorandum with European Commission

Business

05 May 2026

Finance

Romania’s central bank spends up to EUR 2 bln to steady RON amid political turmoil

05 May 2026

Romanian troubled steelmaker Liberty Galati at second sale attempt, at reduced price

05 May 2026

Romania close to getting EUR 2.6 bln under Resilience Facility, filing new payment request

05 May 2026

Romania’s first AI Factory could be operational in 2027

05 May 2026

Romania’s Neptun Deep strategic gas project reaches pipelaying stage, signalling major progress

05 May 2026

Finance

Romanian currency hits new record low against euro on day of no-confidence vote

06 May 2026

Rheinmetall and MSC in talks to jointly take over Romanian shipyard Mangalia

06 May 2026

Romania factory-gate prices for consumer goods rise 2%–5% y/y in March

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12 December 2025

The Skills That Matter Most: How Emory University’s Cutting-Edge Curriculum Is Shaping the Future of Education and Why Verita Brought It to Romania

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11 December 2025

New Year’s Day Brunch at Radisson Blu Hotel, Bucharest

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10 December 2025

New Year’s Eve Dining Experience at Ginger Sushi Bar & Lounge

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05 December 2025

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How Christmas décor is reinventing itself in 2025: three interior design styles from Actuel, Auchan’s private-label range

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04 December 2025

Corinthia Bucharest turns December into theatre, with lights, music and a few festive secrets

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03 December 2025

JW Marriott Bucharest Grand Hotel Unveils “The Grand Countdown” — A Timeless New Year’s Eve Celebration

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05 March 2026

Over 60% of purchases in Auchan are made using the loyalty card: MyCLUB Auchan celebrates 5 years and surpasses 2 million active members

10 February 2026

Two Cambridge School of Bucharest students secure places at the University of Cambridge

09 February 2026

From €1,615/sqm in Northern Bucharest: Victoria Homes, the Market Opportunity Presented by North Bucharest Investments

04 February 2026

Ananda Group reports a turnover of over 265,690,000 lei in 2025 and announces the development of over 2,500 apartments in the south of the Capital

23 January 2026

The Celebration of the Élysée Treaty at the Internationale Deutsche Schule Bukarest (iDSBU) – 63 Years of the Power of Dialogue

20 January 2026

Train yourself in ESG: Join CES ESG Institute – Romania’s First Private Corporate ESG Program

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22 January 2026

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22 January 2026

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29 April 2026

Radisson Blu hotel to open in Romanian mountain town of Sinaia

05 May 2026

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Romania extends ‘New Home’ program into 2026 with RON 500 mln guarantee ceiling

The Romanian government approved on Monday, May 4, the continuation of the “New Home” (Noua Casǎ) housing program in...

29 April 2026

Real Estate

Brimerock Hospitality Investments enters Romania, ponders funding for hotel close to Bucharest’s main airport

Brimerock Hospitality Investments, a private equity RAIF focused on hospitality assets in Southeast Europe, has...

29 April 2026

Transport

Auto parts producer Iwis expands facility in Romania’s Oradea

German manufacturer Iwis has expanded its production facility in CTPark Oradea.

The 4,000 sqm extension was completed...

28 April 2026

Real Estate

Romanian developer One United Properties continues regional expansion in Iași through Evergent MoU

One United Properties (BVB: ONE), a major developer of residential, mixed-use, and office real estate in Romania, signed...

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