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Bucharest mayor remains under judicial supervision in bribery case
The Bucharest Tribunal rejected Ciprian Ciucu’s challenge against the extension of the measure, issuing a final decision.
Irina Marica · 22 Oct · 1 min read
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Romania’s justice minister hopes magistrates will accept gradual payment of EUR 1 bln in wage arrears
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.
Business
Romania’s new government to maintain turnover tax on banks in 2027
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.
Business
Italian furniture producer Natuzzi shifts more production to Romania
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.
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Fitch affirms Romanian Romgaz at BBB-/negative
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.
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Turkey’s Entek Elektrik to build 600 MWh battery storage facility near 214 MW PV park in Romania
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.
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Weekend calendar: Les Films de Cannes, Bucharest Scenography Biennale, Iaşi International Literature Festival
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.
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Călin Georgescu questioned over alleged search for surveillance devices in his villa near Bucharest
The man who allegedly searched the villa for equipment installed by prosecutors is also being questioned by DIICOT.
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SAP Romania expands Timișoara office amid growth of local team
The new floor includes 14 meeting rooms of various sizes, a room dedicated to design thinking sessions, a Work Café, and relaxation areas, including a space for children.
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Colliers: Romania reaches 5 million sqm of retail space, room to grow in smaller cities
Romania’s accession to the European Union gave the market a major boost.
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Report: Bucharest flexible office market grows sixfold since 2015
Flexible workspaces now cover about 73,500 sqm across the Romanian capital, but their share of the overall office market remains below that of several regional peers.
Life
Diana Nicolaie named CEO of Romania’s Art Safari New Museum
The designer and visual artist succeeds Ioana Ciocan, who took over as the new culture minister.
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Seven in ten Romanians plan Black Friday purchases in 2026, study finds
Purchase intent has reached its highest level in four years, with most prospective shoppers planning to buy exclusively online.
Business
Caroli Foods opens solar park at Pitești plant in Romania
The EUR 1.3 million investment is expected to cover around 23% of the facility’s annual electricity consumption.
Society
Romanian intelligence service faces backlash after rare response to theory linking it to PSD
The SRI has been under the interim leadership of General Răzvan Ionescu since July 2023.
Business
Bravva Angels members invest over EUR 220,000 in startups over past three months
Bravva Angels members are currently assessing 11 new startups for potential investment, following their pitches and in-depth sessions with the teams.
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Andrei Manea (RPIA) on Romania's solar boom, energy prices and what comes next
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.
Romania Insider · 30 Sept · 2 min read
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New Romania Insider video series: Ionuț Vasile on Leroy Merlin Romania's supply chain
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
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Voices of Romania: Building Leaders in Romania, Andra Ghibuțiu, CEO Beyond Business School
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,…
Romania Insider · 8 Jan · 2 min read
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ASSIST Software Engineers Win Volkswagen Challenge for Automated Quality Inspection
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
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The Hidden Costs of "Doing It All" in HR
An invitation to reflection: Romania, end of 2026
Romania Insider · 22 Oct · 3 min read
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MerchantPro Compass: First Quarter of Dual Taxation on Non-EU Parcels Brings 13% More Orders to Local Online Stores. Fashion Rebounds from Stagnation to 17% Growth
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
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Healthcare in Bucharest: A Practical Guide for Expats on Doctors, Insurance and Medical Emergencies
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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ASSIST Software Engineers Win Volkswagen Challenge for Automated Quality Inspection
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
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Romania’s new government to maintain turnover tax on banks in 2027
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.
iulian ernst · 22 Oct · 1 min read
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Italian furniture producer Natuzzi shifts more production to Romania
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.
iulian ernst · 22 Oct · 1 min read
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Weekend calendar: Les Films de Cannes, Bucharest Scenography Biennale, Iaşi International Literature Festival
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
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Diana Nicolaie named CEO of Romania’s Art Safari New Museum
The designer and visual artist succeeds Ioana Ciocan, who took over as the new culture minister.
Irina Marica · 21 Oct · 1 min read
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Madrigal Choir announces 10-concert Christmas tour across Romania
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
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Bucovina named world’s most underrated travel destination for 2027 by Time Out magazine
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
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'If it's not sustainable, a path will become overgrown': Alin Ușeriu on the expansion and potential of Via Transilvanica, the long-distance trail crossing Romania
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
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Flamingos filmed on Romania’s Lake Techirghiol
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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Weekend calendar: Les Films de Cannes, Bucharest Scenography Biennale, Iaşi International Literature Festival
RI Newsroom · 22 Oct · 3 min read
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Bravva Angels members invest over EUR 220,000 in startups over past three months
Simona Fodor · 21 Oct · 3 min read
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