Poland dismisses Eurocorps commander amid couterintelligence probe
reut.rs/3IY2FpX
Quick Glance: Poland recalls Eurocorps leader amidst inquiry
- Following an investigation by the Polish Military Counterintelligence Service (SKW), Poland has removed the commander of the Eurocorps.
- The defense ministry announced on Wednesday afternoon that Gromadziński was recalled from Strasbourg immediately due to inspection proceedings initiated by the SKW regarding his security clearance.
- Subsequently, Lieutenant General Piotr Błazeusz was appointed as Gromadziński’s replacement to lead the Eurocorps.
- Reports suggested that EU and NATO allies were not informed in advance of Gromadziński’s recall, a claim refuted by Poland’s current defense minister, Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz.
Air Schengen preparations lead to temporarily limited capacity at Bucharest airport
romania-insider.com/limited-capacity-bucharest-airport-air-schengen-2024
Quick Glance: Air Schengen Preparations Lead to Temporarily Limited Capacity at Bucharest Airport
- Bucharest Airports Company announced temporarily limited capacity at the border control points of the city’s main airport, Henri Coanda (also known as Otopeni), until Sunday, March 31, for the implementation of the necessary measures for joining the Air Schengen.
- The measures are intended to ensure that Bucharest Airport is prepared for Romania's accession to the Schengen area with air and maritime borders on March 31, 2024.
- Following March 31, only passengers traveling to/from an airport in a country outside the Schengen area will undergo border control, affecting less than 30% of the total passengers transiting through Henri Coanda Airport, according to the Airports Company.
Work starts at largest NATO military base in Europe, set in Romania: Construction has begun at what is to be the largest NATO military base in Europe to date ...
romania-insider.com/work-starts-largest-nato-base-romania-2024
Quick Glance: Largest NATO Base in Europe Under Construction in Romania
- Construction has commenced for what is slated to become the largest NATO military base in Europe, situated in the southern Romanian region of Constanța, expanding the existing Mihail Kogălniceanu base as reported by Euronews Romania.
- Covering approximately 2,800 hectares, the expanded base will have the capacity to permanently house up to 10,000 NATO soldiers and their families. Valued at EUR 2.5 billion, the project includes runways, weaponry platforms, aircraft hangars, schools, kindergartens, shops, and a hospital.
Romanian Airfield's Transformation Into A Giant NATO Base Is Underway: The expansion of Mihail Kogălniceanu Air Base will result in an installation almost ...
twz.com/news-features/romanian-airfields-transformation-into-a-giant-nato-base-is-underway
Bulgaria and Romania join Schengen: Experts on what it will mean for prices, transport & overtourism
euronews.com/travel/2024/03/20/bulgaria-and-romania-join-schengen-experts-on-what-it-will-mean-for-prices-transport-overt
Quick Glance: Bulgaria and Romania's Schengen Entry: Impact on Prices, Transport & Overtourism
- The Balkan countries will officially join the Schengen zone on 31 March.
- Experts discuss potential impacts on prices and tourism due to Bulgaria and Romania's entry into the Schengen zone.
- It is expected that Schengen entry will boost the tourism industry in both countries, but concerns about overtourism may arise.
- Experts emphasize that sustainable tourism development and addressing overtourism will depend on the measures taken by authorities in Bulgaria and Romania.
Knife attack in road traffic: Bielefeld man seriously injured: On Monday (March 25), an aggressive driver injured another man with a knife after an altercation ...
westfalen-blatt.de/owl/bielefeld/messer-angriff-autofahrer-2946450
Poland told allies in advance about dismissal of Eurocorps commander, minister says
reuters.com/world/europe/poland-told-allies-advance-about-dismissal-eurocorps-commander-minister-says-2024-03-28/
Romania’s Simona Halep signs Carlos Martinez Comet as her new coach: Romanian tennis player Simona Halep, recently back on the court after her suspension was ...
romania-insider.com/simona-halep-signs-carlos-martinez-comet-new-coach-2024
Quick Glance: Wozniacki criticizes Halep after doping suspension
- Simona Halep receives a warm welcome from fans at the Miami Open in her return from a doping suspension, contrasting Caroline Wozniacki's more critical stance.
- Wozniacki expresses concerns about awarding wildcards to players previously involved in doping scandals.
- Halep maintains her innocence, attributing the suspension to a mistake involving a contaminated supplement.
- Despite Wozniacki's criticism, Halep appreciates the wildcard opportunity and the support of her fans during her comeback to professional tennis.
Ford Otosan Romania secures EUR 435 mln for investments in Craiova plant production
romania-insider.com/ford-otosan-romania-loan-craiova-plant-production-2024
A look into a butcher's slaughterhouse: Walter Adam is one of the fewer butchers in the Palatinate who still do their own slaughtering. In his butcher shop ...
rheinpfalz.de/pfalz_artikel,-ein-blick-in-den-schlachtraum-eines-metzgers-_arid,5626904.html
Saharan Dust Cloud Over Romania - The Romania Journal: An air mass with Saharan dust particles will cover Romania, from today until Thursday evening, at 22.00 ...
romaniajournal.ro/society-people/saharan-dust-cloud-over-romania/
50 Ukrainian pilots to train on F-16s in Romania: Romanian president Klaus Iohannis recently approved the training of approximately 50 Ukrainian pilots on F-16 ...
romania-insider.com/ukrainian-pilots-train-f16s-romania-2024
Quick Glance: Romania's Support for Ukraine: Pilot Training and Weapon Delivery
- Romanian President Klaus Iohannis has approved the passage of certain weapons through Romanian territory for Ukraine and the training of Ukrainian pilots on F-16 fighter jets at the European F-16 Training Centre (EFTC) at Fetești military airbase.
- In a letter, Klaus Iohannis informed the parliament about his authorization for the transit of military aid from Finland to Ukraine and the training of approximately 50 Ukrainian military personnel within Romania.
- Reports suggest that Ukrainian pilots are expected to arrive at the base in the summer, as mentioned by sources from Digi24.
- The training of Ukrainians in handling F-16 fighter jets at the EFTC at Fetești military airbase also involves Romanian pilots who started training at the newly established center in January.
Romanian agency uses AI to help farmers get EU funding: Romania’s Rural Investing Finance Authority (AFIR) is streamlining the grant submission process for ...
euronews.com/next/2024/03/26/romanian-agency-uses-ai-to-help-farmers-get-eu-funding
Romanian president says he had "very good" talks with Allies about his NATO candidacy
romania-insider.com/romanian-president-talks-allies-nato-candidacy-march-2024
When it comes to the location of the European Parliament, the journey to Strasbourg is a plus point for Rhineland-Palatinate MEP Jutta Paulus. However ... Show more
“Air Schengen” to change traveling to EU countries for Romanians: People traveling by air from Romania to destinations in the EU’s Schengen area will no longer ...
romania-insider.com/air-schengen-change-traveling-eu-countries-romanians-march-2024
Romania’s ruling coalition mulls TikTok regulation amid youth right-wing surge: Politicians from Romania's ruling coalition are proposing either a ban or ...
euractiv.com/section/politics/news/romanias-ruling-coalition-mulls-tiktok-regulation-amid-youth-right-wing-surge/
Romania to build six small modular nuclear reactors near Bucharest with US financing
romania-insider.com/romania-small-modular-nuclear-reactors-near-bucharest-us-2024
Quick Glance: Romania Plans Construction of Six Small Modular Nuclear Reactors near Bucharest
- Romania, in collaboration with the United States, aims to construct six small modular reactors approximately 90 kilometers from Bucharest. These facilities have the capacity to supply electricity to 46,000 households and potentially generate 4,000 job opportunities. The total investment amounts to 6 billion US dollars, with a portion being funded by the US.
- The proposed reactors in the town of Doicești, situated in Dâmbovița county, could become operational by the conclusion of 2029. Originating from the United States, these reactors will mark their debut implementation in Romania.
- Sebastian Burduja, Romania's Minister of Energy, envisions this project as a catalyst for positioning Romania at the forefront of the nuclear sector. Consultations with American experts validate the safety of the technology for the residents of Doicești.
- The US Ambassador to Bucharest, Kathleen Kavalec, disclosed that the funding for the SMR project in Dâmbovița county, totaling 4 billion US dollars, will be provided by the EXIM Bank and the US International Development Finance Corporation. The construction activities are scheduled to continue until 2030.
Cushman & Wakefield Echinox: Bucharest among most affordable residential markets in Europe
romania-insider.com/cushman-wakefield-bucharest-affordable-residential-markets-europe-2024
You can expect a lot from this freewheeling film about the 'End of the World': A new Romanian film about an underpaid production assistant driving from gig to ...
npr.org/2024/03/21/1239843040/do-not-expect-too-much-from-the-end-of-the-world-review-radu-jude
Quick Glance: Cheeky Film about the 'End of the World'
- Radu Jude, a Romanian filmmaker, captures the modern world in his film.
- The movie follows a day in the life of underpaid Angela working for an Austrian multinational.
- Jude portrays Romania's issues and exploitation by wealthier countries.
- The film reflects on contemporary society and the inability to change the system.
FTC, Bietegheim, CSM Bucuresti and Vipers to TOP 8: FTC, Bietegheim, CSM Bucuresti and Vipers Kristiansand joined other four teams at Women’s EHF Champions ...
handball-planet.com/ftc-bietegheim-csm-bucuresti-and-vipers-to-top-8/
Pizza Hut closes down a third of Romanian restaurants as consumers rationalize spending
romania-insider.com/pizza-hut-restaurants-closed-romania-2024
Quick Glance: Comprehensive Restructuring of Pizza Hut Restaurants in Romania
- The Pizza Hut restaurant chain in Romania, operated by the Sphera Franchise Group, underwent an extensive restructuring process in 2023 and 2024, resulting in the closure of nearly a third of its units to achieve profitability.
- Costică Misaca, the general manager of Pizza Hut, confirmed the closure of units in recent years and emphasized that no further closures are planned.
- The chain has not seen a net profit since 2016.
- Consumers have adjusted their spending habits due to high inflation last year, becoming more cautious about their expenditures.
The 100yo magnolia in Bucharest: Did you know that the oldest magnolia in Bucharest is over a century old? It is located in a kindergarten's courtyard
romaniajournal.ro/society-people/bucharests-oldest-magnolia-over-100-years-old-unveiled/
Romanian defence spending far below Iohannis' 2022 pledge: Romania's defence spending in 2023 reached 1.6% of the country's GDP, far below the 2 ...
euractiv.com/section/politics/news/romanian-defence-spending-far-below-iohannis-2022-pledge/
European elections: Compulsory voting for 16-year-olds in Belgium: The Belgian Constitutional Court has ruled that compulsory voting also applies to 16 and ...
de.euronews.com/2024/03/23/europawahl-wahlpflicht-fur-16-jahrige-in-belgien
Romanian women’s handball teams face off in European League Final Four tournament
romania-insider.com/romanian-women-handball-teams-european-league-final-four-2024
Ilie Năstase documentary: NASTY promo tour to start in Romania in April: NASTY, the new documentary exploring the life and career of former world no.
romania-insider.com/ilie-nastase-documentary-tour-romania-april-2024
Consumer advice center warns cheap platform Temu: Manipulation, greenwashing, deception: it is a whole bundle of violations for which consumer advocates are now ...
tagesschau.de/wirtschaft/verbraucher/temu-verbraucherzentrale-abmahnung-100.html
Greenpeace protests against Neptun Deep offshore project developed by OMV Petrom: Greenpeace activists wrote protest messages with yellow paint on the ...
romania-insider.com/greenpeace-protest-neptun-deep-omv-petrom-march-2024
Symmetrica invests €48 M plant near Bucharest: Symmetrica announces a new investment in the largest factory of concrete pavements in South-Eastern Europe ...
romaniajournal.ro/business/symmetrica-invests-e48-million-in-factory-near-bucharest/
Orthodox chapel opened and consecrated inside Romanian Parliament: An orthodox chapel was recently opened and consecrated in Romania’s famous Parliament Palace.
romania-insider.com/orthodox-chapel-opened-romanian-parliament-2024
Romania’s happiness ranking drops in 2024 report: The 2024 edition of the World Happiness Report was released on March 20, and Finland tops the overall list ...
romania-insider.com/romania-world-happiness-report-2024
Quick Glance: New Report: Kenya Ranks 114th in Happiness Index
- For the seventh consecutive year, Finland has secured the title of the world's happiest country, with Kenya ranking 114th out of a total of 143 countries. Conversely, Afghanistan finds itself at the bottom of the ranking as the unhappiest nation.
- The latest findings were unveiled on March 20, 2024, coinciding with the International Day of Happiness.
- This annual report relies on six key factors, encompassing social support, income, health, freedom, generosity, and absence of corruption. The economic dimension serves as a pivotal gauge for happiness levels across different nations.
- Attaining happiness is contingent on various elements like career progression and tackling specific challenges. The United Nations advocates for a harmonized economic growth strategy that fosters happiness and well-being for all.
Romania prolongs food price capping mechanism until the end of year: President Klaus Iohannis promulgated a law on March 27, prolonging until the end of the year ...
romania-insider.com/romania-prolongs-food-price-capping-end-2024
Euronews survey on the European elections: Extreme parties are gaining ground in Germany
de.euronews.com/2024/03/19/euronews-umfrage-zur-europawahl-in-deutschland-legen-die-extremen-parteien-zu
Quick Glance: Forecasts for the European Elections and Potential Impacts
- A survey predicts a majority of pro-European parties in the European Parliament despite gains for far-right groups.
- EVP and Social Democrats maintain top positions, while radical right-wing parties gain influence.
- The Greens lose support, potentially impacting EU's environmental policies.
- Uncertainty persists regarding possible shifts and coalitions before and after the elections.
Romanian ambulance manufacturer Deltamed expands capacity to match rising orders: Romania’s leading ambulance manufacturer Deltamed announced it will build the ...
romania-insider.com/romanian-ambulance-deltamed-expands-capacity-2024
Romania surpasses Hungary by GDP per capita: Romania’s GDP calculated at PPP exchange rates increased to 78% of the European Union’s average in 2023 ...
romania-insider.com/romania-surpasses-hungary-gdp-capita-2023
Romania Plans More Eurobond Sales This Year Amid Ample Demand: Romania will likely return to international debt markets later this year because of strong ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-03-18/romania-plans-more-eurobond-sales-this-year-amid-ample-demand
Paid articlePaid
Cash blessing for BSW: Wagenknecht party receives major donation of almost 4.1 million euros
spiegel.de/politik/deutschland/bsw-ehepaar-spendet-sahra-wagenknechts-partei-fast-4-1-millionen-euro-a-8e86f263-3737-4c97-8d67-b42648e777a1
New boutique residential project in Bucharest to be insulated with sheep’s wool: Romanian entrepreneurs Cristian and Teo Mercioniu, developers and investors in ...
romania-insider.com/sheep-wool-insulation-residential-project-bucharest-2024
Hidroelectrica sends EUR 1 bln to the state: Hidoelectrica will re-allocate 6.3 billion lei for dividends, i.e. almost all of the historical profit recorded by ...
romaniajournal.ro/business/government-to-receive-billion-euro-dividend-from-hidroelectricas-historic-profit/
PPC Buys Lukoil's 84 MW Wind Park: The Greek group PPC, which bought Enel Romania last year, completed the acquisition of the 84 MW wind farm owned by ...
romaniajournal.ro/business/ppc-completes-acquisition-of-lukoils-84-mw-wind-park/
Ukraine qualify for Euro 2024 thanks to Mykhailo Mudryk's late winner against Iceland.
They will face Belgium, Romania and Slovakia in Group E.
Why are Chinese surveillance cameras, blacklisted by the U.S., at a NATO base in Romania?
By Reid Standish & Europa Liberă România
Euronews poll on the European elections: Voters want a more social Europe: Calls for a more social Europe are growing louder across the EU, especially in ...
de.euronews.com/2024/03/25/euronews-umfrage-zur-europawahl-wahler-wollen-ein-sozialeres-europa
New law obliges restaurants in Romania to provide customers with free tap water: Restaurants, canteens, and catering services in Romania will have to provide ...
romania-insider.com/new-law-restaurants-romania-customers-free-tap-water-2024
Catalin Chereches sues Romania: Ex-mayor of Baia Mare C?t?lin Chereche?, extradited from Germany to serve in Romania a five-year prison sentence ...
romaniajournal.ro/society-people/law-crime/catalin-chereches-extradited-from-germany-sues-romania-at-echr/
Romanian swims across New Zealand’s Cook Strait as part of Oceans Seven project: Romanian Paul Georgescu recently swam across the Cook Strait, which separates ...
romania-insider.com/romanian-swims-across-cook-strait-oceans-seven-2024
Quick Glance: Paul Georgescu successfully swims across the Cook Strait in New Zealand
- Romanian Paul Georgescu recently completed a successful swim across the Cook Strait, separating the North Island from the South Island of New Zealand.
- This strait connects the Tasman Sea to the South Pacific Ocean, measuring 22.5 kilometers, with Paul's route extending to 29 kilometers due to strong currents.
- Having conquered it as the sixth strait within the global Oceans Seven project, Paul Georgescu faces the final challenge of crossing the Tsugaru Strait in Japan by the end of July.
- Expressing his unwavering commitment to finish the Oceans Seven project this summer, he emphasized the importance of his physical and mental readiness.
Grande honra para Noè Ponti 🇨🇭🏊
🏆 A nadadora suíça foi eleita a nadadora europeia do ano de 2023 nos Prémios Europeus de Desportos Aquáticos ... Show more
Romanian microenterprise and Ukrainian constructor plan EUR 400 mln airport near Bucharest
romania-insider.com/romanian-ukrainian-project-airport-alexeni-2024
Palestinian Film Festival holds 2024 edition in Bucharest, Cluj-Napoca next month
romania-insider.com/palestinian-film-festival-bucharest-cluj-2024
Moldovan president launches campaign to promote EU referendum: President Maia Sandu launched a campaign to promote an upcoming referendum on Moldova's push to ...
euractiv.com/section/enlargement/news/moldovan-president-launches-campaign-to-promote-eu-referendum/
NATO expands its Romania Black Sea air base: With the decision to expand NATO's military base near the strategic Black Sea port of Constanta, Romania will
euractiv.com/section/defence-policy/news/nato-expands-its-romania-black-sea-air-base/
Romania's Nuclearelectrica sees preliminary decision on SMR plant in 2025: Romania expects to make a preliminary final investment decision next year on whether ...
reuters.com/business/energy/romanias-nuclearelectrica-sees-preliminary-decision-smr-plant-2025-2024-03-18/
Quick Glance: Romania's Nuclearelectrica Plans Decision on SMR Plant by 2025
- Next year, Romania is set to make a preliminary final investment decision on whether to construct a small modular reactor plant (SMR).
- State-owned nuclear company Nuclearelectrica is expected to collaborate with U.S. energy utility NuScale Power to build reactors, promoting low-emission energy sources.
- SMRs are designed for new applications such as replacing decommissioned coal plants and are easier to scale than traditional reactors.
- The Romanian project is backed by $4 billion in financial support from the U.S. Exim Bank and the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation, with potential investors also looking to provide equity for the project.
Man City to play Barca, Chelsea, among others in US pre-season tour: Manchester City will face Celtic, AC Milan, Barcelona and Chelsea in their 2024-25 ...
reuters.com/sports/soccer/man-city-play-barca-chelsea-among-others-us-pre-season-tour-2024-03-19/
First speakers confirmed at Mastering the Music Business conference in Bucharest: The first speakers have been confirmed for the ninth edition of the Mastering ...
romania-insider.com/first-speakers-mastering-music-business-bucharest-2024
Bulgarians, Romanians will no longer need to show ID at internal EU air and sea borders
euractiv.com/section/politics/news/bulgarians-romanians-will-no-longer-need-to-show-id-at-internal-eu-air-and-sea-borders/
The Cluj Collective: London art gallery hosts group exhibition of seven Romanian artists
romania-insider.com/cluj-collective-london-exhibition-april-2024
RED ALERT: Law enforcement warns Romanian mobsters are coming for your debit cards, and will go to great-lengths to avoid getting caught by authorities. www.foxnews.com/us/romanian-mob-coming-debit-cards-atm-style-skimmers-now-self-checkouts
Bulgaria and Romania more open to tourists: what to expect: The two countries will officially join the Schengen area on March 31.
de.euronews.com/reise/2024/03/20/bulgarien-und-rumanien-treten-schengen-bei-was-sind-die-auswirkungen-auf-preise-verkehr-un
Mihail Kogalniceanu Military Base expands: The Mihail Kog?lniceanu military base in Constan?a county has entered an expansion process, to host 10,000 NATO troops
romaniajournal.ro/society-people/expansion-kicks-off-at-mihail-kogalniceanu-military-base-constanta/
Romanian producers begin PGI registration for Vâlcea Chopped Sausages: Romania’s Traditional Producers, Craftsmen, and Artisans Association of Vâlcea has ...
romania-insider.com/romanian-producers-begin-pgi-registration-valcea-chopped-sausages-2024
We want clean air: Ilfov county residents protest air pollution, call for a Green Belt around Bucharest
romania-insider.com/protest-ilfov-air-pollution-green-belt-bucharest-march-2024
Analysis: New Spike in NATO Spy Planes Operating Over Black Sea: French, British Fighters Provide Escort
kyivpost.com/analysis/29879
Carrefour employees protest in Bucharest: 7,000 Romanian employees of the French retailer Carrefour protest today, asking for higher salaries and meal vouchers
romaniajournal.ro/business/carrefour-employees-protest-in-bucharest-for-higher-wages/
Romania expects €5.5bn price tag and 2025 final investment decision for small modular reactor
euractiv.com/section/energy/news/romania-expects-e5-5bn-price-tag-and-2025-final-investment-decision-for-small-modular-reactor/
Prime Kapital to open EUR 100 mln shopping mall in Pitesti: Real estate developer Prime Kapital, with special expertise in the development and management of ...
romania-insider.com/prime-capital-mall-opening-pitesti-2024
EC In-Depth Review finds Romania’s net external debt rising but largely “non-defaultable”
romania-insider.com/ec-indepth-review-romania-march-2024
Romanians prefer Domestic Products: Almost three quarters of Romanians prefer to buy Romanian products even if they are more expensive, INSCOP poll says
romaniajournal.ro/society-people/nearly-three-quarters-of-romanians-prefer-domestic-products-despite-higher-prices/
Election call to all EU citizens: Go vote in June!: In the run-up to the 2024 European elections, Euronews spoke to many European decision-makers in Brussels ...
de.euronews.com/my-europe/2024/03/20/wahl-aufruf-an-alle-eu-burger-und-burgerinnen-geht-im-juni-wahlen
Romania’s Museum of Abandonment shortlisted for Museums + Heritage Awards: Romania's Museum of Abandonment (Muzeul Abandonului) is one of the five cultural ...
romania-insider.com/romania-museums-heritage-awards-2024
EU election: European Liberals back three lead candidates: The European Liberals have presented not one, but three lead candidates for their campaign for the ...
de.euronews.com/my-europe/2024/03/20/die-europaischen-liberalen-setzen-bei-den-eu-wahlen-auf-drei-spitzenkandidaten
Romanian technician recorded desert sounds in the Sahara for Dune 2: Romanian George Vlad helped create the sounds of Arrakis, the desert planet featured in the ...
romania-insider.com/romanian-technician-recorded-desert-sounds-sahara-dune-2024
Cliff divers Catalin Preda of Romania and David Colturi, from the USA, became the first to dive into Saudi Arabia’s wadis on Tuesday in the run-up to the Red ... Show more
A Stradivarius in schools: Project brings classical music concerts to schools across Romania
romania-insider.com/stradivarius-schools-romania-project-2024
Disappointment for the German U-19 juniors: After defeats against Croatia and Romania, it is now clear: Germany will not take part in this summer's European ... Show more
Romania's ruling coalition chooses doctor as joint candidate for mayor of Bucharest
romania-insider.com/ruling-coalition-joint-candidate-bucharest-mayor-2024
New to NewsWall?
Sign up now to get your own personalized news!
Trending topics