Romania Monitor Articles
Romania May Relocate Its Embassy to Jerusalem
The conflict between PM of Romania and President of Romania was especially visible in the international arena during the speech of PM of Romania to the representatives of the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) which took place on March 24, 2019, in Washington. Then, PM of Romania declared that the Romanian embassy would be relocated from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem.
A New Impulse in The European Union Project
During her Thursday (21.03.2019) speech in the European Parliament in Brussels, the Prime Minister of Romania Viorica Dăncilă stated that the European Union needed a new impulse for further actions. The Romanian PM underlined that Romania, which took over the governance over the Council of the European Union in January 2019, would act in favour of changes in the alliance.
Relocating the Romanian Embassy to Jerusalem: Good or Bad Idea?
The decision announced by Romanian Prime Minister Viorica Dăncilă concerning the relocation of Romania’s embassy in Israel has caused quite a stir both among politicians and the global media. Although Tel Aviv and Jerusalem are separated from each other by just over one-hour car ride, this political move may result in more than mere symbolic changes.
New Nuclear Power Technology for Romania
Talks on the possible future construction of a new nuclear power plant have recently been initiated in Romania. This time, however, they are not focused on building a huge nuclear power plant, such as the one already existing in the town of Cernavodă, but rather about the possible implementation of modern modular reactors.
ACUM Calls For The Rejection of Votes From Transnistrian Commissions
The representatives of the ACUM party questioned the results of the Sunday elections due to the fact that part of the votes was cast in Transnistria, an area uncontrolled by the Moldovan administration. According to the co-leader of the ACUM party, Maia Sandu, the votes cast in the elections in districts located in Transnistria should be annulled by the Constitutional Court.
Russia wants to divide Romanian society
Such an opinion has been voiced by David Schlaefer, a political counsellor at the U. S. Embassy in Bucharest. In an interview published on the Digi24 television channel, he observed that Russia’s actions in Romania might worsen this country’s relations with both the United States and the European Union. The Russians are widely known for spreading fake news via various media channels and using it as a political weapon.
Referendum And Elections. Double Voting in Moldova
The victory of socialists, but without the majority allowing for independent governance. Last Sunday, residents of the Republic of Moldova with a 3.5-million population took part in parliamentary elections. At the opportunity, a referendum in which people voted for and against the decrease in the number of parliamentarians and the possibility to revoke them in case of failure to fulfil their obligations was organised.
Plans of the Federalisation of Moldova
Representatives of the ACUM (Now) oppositional bloc stated that President Dodon presented a plan of the federalisation of Moldova during the conference on security which took place in Munich on February 16, 2019. The president himself announced that he presented the main objectives of the foreign policy of Moldova during the talks with partners in Munich.
Candidate for EU Chief Prosecutor Supported in the EP
The fact that Laura Codruța Kövesi, the former head of Romania’s anti-corruption agency (DNA) intends to run for the position of the Chief Prosecutor of the European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO) has been the subject of debate for a few weeks now. As it turns out, Kövesi has recently received support from the European People’s Party (EPP), the largest parliamentary faction in the European Parliament.
Decrease in Profits after Energy Price Regulations
This might be the result of the decision made by the Romanian Government that will affect several energy companies, including Nuclearelectrica, a state-owned nuclear power producer. As of now, such preliminary calculations are based on the comparison of results obtained in 2018 as well as the incorporation of new regulations.
Bendery as the Main Area of the Moldova-Transnistria Conflict
Between 18 and 22 of January, 2019, Moldova noted a series of incidents in Bendery, a city controlled by Transnistria. It led to tightening safety control and the introduction of mobile check and duty points in the territory directly neighbouring Varnita, a village controlled by Chisinau. According to Moldova, these actions were not consulted with Chisinau within joint peacekeeping troops.
Romanian Transgaz Aims to Borrow over 100 mln Euro
This regards the construction of infrastructure enabling the transport of raw material extracted in the Black Sea. It will be possible thanks to the BRUA gas pipeline which will connect the Romanian gas system with the external infrastructure.
Former Anti-Corruption Head May Become EU Chief Prosecutor
Laura Codruța Kövesi is considered the favourite for the position of the Chief Prosecutor of the European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO). The information has been confirmed by sources close to the European Commission, which is responsible for the verification of all candidates. According to the Romanian media, Ms Kövesi has not commented on the matter so far.
Parliamentary Elections in Moldova from the EU Perspective
Maja Kocijanić, spokeswoman of the European External Action Service (EEAS), in her interview for Moldova.org, presented the statement of the EU on the parliamentary elections in the Republic of Moldova. The elections are scheduled for February 24, 2019, and the beginning of the electoral campaign starts on January 25. Moldovan elections will be closely monitored by the European Union.
Warsaw Institute
