Romania Monitor Articles
German Support for the Ruling Coalition in Moldova
Chancellor of Germany Angela Merkel congratulated Maia Sandu from the ACUM (Now) Bloc on becoming the Prime Minister of Moldova. The new government consisting of the pro-European ACUM Bloc and the pro-Russian Party of Socialists of the Republic of Moldova was established as a protest against the governance of the Social Democratic Party of Moldova.
Representatives of the European Union Thank Romania for the Half-Year Presidency
The President of the European Council Donald Tusk and the President of the European Commission Jean-Claude Juncker thanked Romanians for the results achieved during their half-year presidency over the European Union. The praise is especially significant as the Romanian presidency took place during a special time for the whole Union. The elections for the European Parliament happened in May and Brexit was the main topic.
Romania Is Closer to the Schengen Zone Accession
The EU Commissioner Dimitris Avramopoulos assessed that Romania had fulfilled its commitments thanks to which it should technically be able to join the Schengen zone soon. Is it the progress this time?
Pope Francis Visits Romania
Meetings with authorities and hierarchs of the Orthodox Church and, above all, a congregational prayer with believers of different religions. The pilgrimage of Pope Francis to Romania has ended.
The Leader of The Romanian Ruling Party in Prison
Liviu Dragnea – the leader of the ruling Social Democratic Party (PSD) may spend even three and a half years in prison. The Supreme Court dismissed the appeal and upheld its decision in this matter. The sentence concerned, among others, the abuse of power.
The Opposition Wins The Elections in Romania
As for now, this concerns the elections to the European Parliament which for many people are of little importance but the failure of the ruling PSD is a fact. This may mean a great challenge for the Social Democrats in the face of the following elections. The elections in May were only the beginning of a series of elections including presidential and parliamentary elections.
Romania Among The Three Fastest Developing European Union States
Even though in the first quarter of this year the first place with regard to the economic growth was occupied by Hungary, Romania again reached a more than satisfactory result. Especially as it goes hand in hand with low unemployment. The only concern seems to be relatively high inflation.
The EU Summit in Sibiu With an Important Declaration
The summit which took place in Sibiu, a Romanian city, leaders of the states accepted a joint declaration regarding the future of the European Union. It was said that this was “an obligation towards the future generations” thanks to which Europe would become “a responsible and global leader”. But the summit took place just before the elections to the European Parliament.
Referendum or Election Campaign?
President Klaus Iohannis has announced that a referendum on changes in the judiciary will be held soon. A low voter turnout may be a real obstacle to the implementation of his propositions. The plebiscite will certainly be part of an election campaign just before the autumn parliamentary elections.
More F-16 jets for Romania
Romanian Ministry of Defence decided to buy another five F-16 fighting aircraft. Similarly as with the previous purchases, this concerns second-hand units from Portugal. In total, Romania will have seventeen aircraft of this kind. Ultimately, American F-16 jets are to fully replace obsolete MiG 21.
Venice Commission to Visit Romania in Late April
Representatives of the Venice Commission have announced that they are going to discuss ideas for changes in the judiciary and the penal code with Romania’s authorities. Their visit just happens to coincide with the dismissal of the Minister of Justice who exposed the behind-the-scenes process of implementing reforms carried out by the ruling PSD-ALDE coalition.
Four Romanian Soldiers Injured in the Afghanistan Mission
The incident happened last weekend in the Kandahar province where an improvised explosive device was detonated. After the explosion, soldiers were shot by the terrorists.
Romanian Candidate For European Public Prosecutor With Charges
This is another part of the conflict between Laura Codruța Kövesi and the Romanian government. The former chief of the anticorruption services is strongly supported by the European elites. Meanwhile, several court procedures are being held against her. Kövesi claims that this is an attempt of blocking her candidacy for the President of the European Public Prosecutor’s Office.
Final “NO” For Partnerships in Romania
Firstly the referendum, now the Senate’s decision. The possibility of registering partnerships and same-sex marriages was dismissed in Romania.
Warsaw Institute
