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Two Siberian tiger cubs become new stars at Oradea Zoo
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President Nicusor Dan: Future government will be pro-Western and focused on finances, reforms
Special correspondent Tudor Martalogu reports: Romania's future government will be pro-Western and highly attentive to public finances and reforms, President Nicusor Dan said on Thursday ahead of the start of the European Council's summer meeting, referring to the current political crisis in Romania. 'As a general principle, there is a constitutional division of powers and the president's responsibility is to designate the prime minister. As you know, following countless consultations with the parties, I appointed what I understood from their options as a possible way to resolve the crisis - first Mr Tomac and now Mr Vestea. You have also noted my criticism of the parties when I said that we should look more at the national interest and less at party interests, however legitimate they may be. Beyond that, I do not wish to make many comments. We can have a much broader discussion once this process is concluded, regardless of how it ends,' the Romanian head of state said. Asked whether he was taking into account votes from the Alliance for the Union of Romanians (AUR), Nicusor Dan said that 'this is a discussion concerning the prime minister.' Prime minister-designate Adrian Vestea said on Thursday that this is not the time for hasty decisions or decisions taken under pressure and that he would use responsibly the time available to build a solid agreement on the governing programme. He voiced his commitment to continuing dialogue and negotiations with political parties until the governing programme and cabinet team are finalised. AGERPRES (RO - writing by: Gabriela Ionescu; EN - writing by: Simona Iacob) Display count: 534
Bolojan on conversation with Weber: We discussed the political situation in Romania, European funds and reforms
Interim Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan stated that the discussion held on Thursday with the president of the European People's Party, Manfred Weber, focused on the political situation in Romania, European funds and the reforms that our country must continue to carry out, emphasizing that Romania needs to continue reforms, increase competitiveness and modernize. 'Today I had a good discussion with the president of the European People's Party, Manfred Weber. We discussed the political situation in Romania, European funds and the reforms we need to make in the coming period. Romania needs continued reforms, increased competitiveness and modernization. These are objectives that we have assumed and that we will support,' Ilie Bolojan wrote on Facebook. He mentioned that he thanked the EPP leader for the support given to Romania and for the wishes conveyed before the PNL Congress. The President of the European People's Party, Manfred Weber, announced that he had a telephone conversation on Thursday with the leader of the PNL, interim Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan. 'I started my day with an excellent call with the Prime Minister of Romania, Ilie Bolojan. I thanked him again for the clear policies he is implementing in the Government and we discussed the political situation in Romania,' the EPP president wrote on his Facebook page. Weber emphasized that 'Romania must continue its path of reforms and modernization.'AGERPRES (RO - writing by: Daniel Florea, editing by: Antonia Nita; EN - writing by: Catalin Cristian Trandafir) Display count: 450
Tulcea County poised to become Romanian - Ukrainian integrated transport hub serving local communities
Tulcea County could become a Romanian-Ukrainian integrated transport hub, combining river, rail, road and air links, concluded participants in the Blue Economy Experts' Forum hosted this week in Tulcea. The event aimed to strengthen cooperation between researchers and Delta communities amid multiple regional challenges. Private investors, state authorities, Romanian and foreign researchers and NGOs presented projects addressing the needs of the Danube Delta Biosphere Reserve. Among them was Yuriy Dimchoglo, owner of the Orlivka port in Ukraine's Odesa region, who outlined plans to double the port's activity. 'We are negotiating with our Romanian partner Navrom SA to have two mooring pontoons on both banks of the Danube. We are also an eco-terminal - last year we began an energy-efficiency project, installing 170 kW of solar panels, with plans to reach 500 kW next year. We are optimistic; even if Russian drones hit them, they can be easily replaced,' Dimchoglo said. The port also plans an industrial park, and Professor Delia Dimitriu, board member of the Danube Delta Decarbonisation Association and EU Commission expert, emphasized the strategic value of the Lower Danube Euroregion. 'I see an euroregion here. Isaccea (which sits on the left bank of the Danube, opposite Orlivka), definitely needs a port. These initiatives will remain small unless included in major programs with serious funding. I hope the integrated transport hub becomes reality - southern Ukraine has no airport, while here we have everything, including rail and easy water access,' Dimitriu, who is also a Professor at Manchester Metropolitan University, told AGERPRES. Business representatives also discussed air-transport links. Iasi Chamber of Commerce president Paul Butnariu expressed interest in cooperation between the Iasi and Tulcea airports, while Tulcea airport director Stoian Valcu said a cargo terminal is planned, requiring a 500-metre runway extension. On river transport, participants highlighted the need for Romanian-Ukrainian coordination. Navrom Delta SA currently requires Ukrainian approval to enter its territorial waters on the Chilia branch, as navigation on a Romanian sector is impossible due to insufficient depth. 'Many mooring points in the Delta were built with our own funds, although legally we cannot develop such infrastructure. We need proper facilities, legislative harmonisation and a communication channel with Ukraine. On the Chilia branch we could also serve communities on the left bank,' said Navrom Delta SA representative Tudorel Ivana. Forum discussions covered fisheries, renewable resources, eco-tourism and transport, with participants stressing the need to integrate these sectors for the benefit of local communities. 'Our goal is to give back jobs to the community through research, implementation and innovation. About ten to fifteen years ago the Delta had around 6,000 residents; now there are fewer than 1,000. People here act sustainably and love their home. With the blue-economy model, we can move forward with mature solutions,' Delia Dimitriu said. On decarbonisation, she pointed to the DaWetRest project, which studies reed as a carbon-storage resource and aims to develop economic models with local communities. She also noted the need for better data collection in areas such as Chilia Veche, where monitoring is minimal. SME representatives raised concerns about EU-funding procedures, citing excessive caution from public institutions and delays caused by audits. Researchers from the Danube Delta National Research and Development Institute (INCDDD) also mentioned difficulties in accessing funds for ecological restoration. 'If we leave the Delta as it is, water, matter and energy flows will collapse, and biodiversity with them. We must ensure circulation and promote this in the next financial framework,' said INCDDD scientific director Iulian Nichersu. Tulcea hosted between June 16 - 18 the forum 'Challenges and Opportunities in the Danube Delta: Developing the Blue Economy', organised by the County Council, INCDDD and the Delta hotel complex, with Romanian and international researchers and European Commission representatives attending in person and online. AGERPRES (RO - writing by: Luisiana Bigea; EN - writing by: Simona Klodnischi) Display count: 348
Bucharest Mayor Ciucu professes innocence after DNA hearing, admits case casts a shadow
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Iasi municipality - host of the Urban Mobility Summit 2026 event
Agerpres – National News Agency: Current news with reliable information for a well-informed society. At the same time, the summit addressed institutional and technical perspectives supported by representatives of the Iasi City Hall, CTP Iasi, the Iasi Metropolitan Public Transport Association (AMTI), the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), the TUSMC Federation, the Romanian Association for Smart Cities, as well as experts and partners involved in the financing, planning and
Brancusi sculpture, Giotto masterpiece to star at inaugural Sacrum Iasi Art Festival
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Romanian cultural heritage takes centre stage in Lisbon for 2026 Ia Day
The 2026 Ia Day will be celebrated in Lisbon on Saturday, June 20, through music, dance and Romanian folk traditions, the Embassy of Romania in Portugal announced on Thursday. Lisbon will once again dress in festive traditional Romanian attire for a special open-air show dedicated to the 'ia', Romania's traditional blouse. The event, organized by the Embassies of Romania and the Republic of Moldova in Portugal in partnership with the Romanian Cultural Institute in Lisbon, will take place on June 20 starting at 17:00 local time, at the Almeida Garrett Amphitheatre in the Park of Poets, Oeiras. Special guests from Romania, young artists from the local Romanian community, performers of Moldovan origin living in Portugal, parents and children - Romanians, Portuguese and friends from everywhere - will gather to rediscover the story of the Romanian traditional costume and joyfully celebrate the 'ia', a symbol of folk spirit and ancient heritage. The ensemble of the 'Transilvania' University of Brasov and the 'Rapsodia Valceana' Folk Music Band, the headline guests of this year's edition, will bring a touch of home to the Lusitan stage. They will be joined by Portuguese artists, young folk singer Diana Racar, and members of the 'Plai de Dor' Association. Renowned ethnographer Iulia Gorneanu will present the symbolism of the traditional costume and the meaning of Ia Day as part of UNESCO's intangible cultural heritage, linking it to the feast of Sanziene (the traditional name for gentle fairies in Romanian folklore) and other summer-solstice traditions. Visitors will also find traditional foods, handicrafts, embroidered blouses and artisanal objects at stands run by Romanian and Moldovan entrepreneurs based in Portugal. Participants dressed in 'ia' or traditional costume will be able to join the 2026 #PortIeRomâneasca Photo Album, with their photos later published on the Facebook page of the Romanian Embassy in Portugal. The event is organised with the support of the Valcea County Council and 'Transilvania' University of Brasov, in partnership with the Oeiras Municipality, and with the active involvement of Romanian and Moldovan entrepreneurs in Portugal, as well as the consistent support of Alain Bonte, Honorary Consul of Romania in Estoril. AGERPRES (RO - writing by: Florin Badescu; EN - writing by: Simona Klodnischi) Display count: 433
Three technology companies from Romania, Bulgaria join forces to design, implement, operate agentic companies
Three of the most established technology companies in South-Eastern Europe - Next Consult (Bulgaria), btProvider (Romania) and C4 Nexus (Bulgaria) - have announced the formation of a strategic alliance under a new brand, Trimaranix, creating one of the largest technology consulting groups in the region. According to a joint press release sent to AGERPRES on Thursday, Trimaranix combines advanced expertise in Salesforce Agentforce, SAP, e-commerce and data analytics to design, implement and operate agentic companies - organisations in which AI agents work autonomously alongside humans. Global corporate spending on agentic AI technologies is estimated to reach 201.9 billion dollars in 2026, making it the fastest-growing segment of the enterprise technology industry. With the launch of Trimaranix, Bucharest and Sofia are positioning themselves as hubs where these capabilities are developed and expanded, rather than merely acquired. 'AI agents are no longer a vision of the future but a present-day business necessity. Trimaranix is the result of ten years of working together, building trust and delivering results for clients around the world. This strategic alliance is the natural next step: we are combining our accumulated experience with the opportunities created by the AI era to generate measurable and sustainable competitive advantages for every client. The companies that act now will define the industries of the next decade, and we are here to ensure that our clients are among them,' said Orlin Dochev, Chief Executive Officer of Next Consult. Together, Next Consult, btProvider and C4 Nexus generate more than 20 million euros in annual revenue and have delivered over 1,500 projects for more than 800 clients during their 17 years of activity. The three companies bring together a team of more than 200 certified professionals and are recording annual growth of over 30%. 'btProvider has spent years building the data infrastructure that modern companies rely on. Through Trimaranix, we can combine this foundation with world-class AI capabilities and deliver results on a scale that none of the companies could have achieved individually. This is the moment when our region takes its place on the global technology stage,' said Liviu Carcia, Chief Executive Officer of btProvider. Implementing AI agents within an organisation requires more than simply adopting an artificial intelligence model. Business processes must be redesigned so that agents have clearly defined responsibilities. The data underpinning decisions must be sufficiently reliable to support autonomous actions. At the same time, commercial activities - where revenue is generated - must be prepared for AI-assisted interactions on both sides of a transaction. Each of the three companies has spent the past decade developing one of these essential components. Next Consult contributes expertise in applying AI agents to business processes. Its consultants redesign how organisations operate in areas such as sales, services and operations, enabling AI agents and humans to work together while keeping people in control of decision-making. btProvider contributes expertise in the data infrastructure required by AI agents. The Bucharest-based company builds the information foundation for autonomous decision-making: clean, governed and real-time data. Without such data, AI agents operate on assumptions; with it, they can become reliable enough to support critical business processes. C4 Nexus contributes expertise in e-commerce. For more than a decade, its teams have been developing platforms for global brands where AI agents interact with the market, analyse offers and complete transactions. 'Processes, data and e-commerce: together, the three companies cover all the essential components of an agentic company. The name Trimaranix reflects this logic. A trimaran owes its speed and stability to three hulls working together as a single vessel,' the press release said. The alliance formalises a partnership that has been built gradually over the past decade. In 2021, Next Consult and btProvider created a joint venture that turned the group into one of the largest Salesforce consulting partners in the region and the official Salesforce reseller for Romania and Bulgaria. In 2022, a second joint venture with C4 Nexus added e-commerce development capabilities for international brands. Trimaranix now brings these initiatives together under a single brand and shared leadership structure, while the three companies retain their operational independence. The group's portfolio includes companies in telecommunications, financial services, insurance, manufacturing, retail and consumer goods across Europe and the Middle East. For the next 12 months, Trimaranix's stated objective is to transform a significant portion of its existing client base into agentic companies - organisations that improve efficiency through the use of AI agents and a digital workforce operating alongside human teams. AGERPRES (RO - writing by: Oana Tilica; EN - writing by: Cristina Zaharia) Display count: 421
Working replica of Gutenberg press to be showcased at 'Alba Transilvana' c'Arte Fair in Alba Iulia
A working replica of the Gutenberg printing press, recently acquired from Slovenia by the Transylvanian Princes' Palace Cultural Centre, will be displayed for the first time at the 17th edition of the 'Alba Transilvana' c'Arte Fair (the title plays on the Romanian words for 'book' (carte) and 'art', Editor's note), to be held in Alba Iulia from Friday to Sunday. 'The Transylvanian Princes' Palace Cultural Centre announces the first participation of the Transylvanian Princes' Palace Publishing House in the 17th edition of the 'Alba Transilvana' c'Arte Fair, taking place on 19-21 June 2026 on Museum Street in Alba Iulia. In addition to its own publications, the publishing house's stand will host an absolute premiere: a working replica of the Gutenberg printing press, recently acquired from Slovenia,' according to a press release sent to AGERPRES on Thursday. According to the release, the mechanism was crafted entirely by hand, using period techniques. 'For added authenticity, the craftsman used timber recovered during the restoration of a church more than 150 years old in the region,' the statement said. Visitors to the stand will not only be able to admire the complex mechanism but also operate it themselves. Using handmade paper, they will be able to print an image of the Princes' Palace in Alba Iulia. A goldsmith in Mainz, Johannes Gensfleisch, known as Gutenberg, invented movable-type printing and began mass-printing the 42-line Bible in February 1455. Several renowned printing presses and workshops operated in Alba Iulia during the Principality of Transylvania, namely in 1567-1569, 1577-1580, 1623-1658, 1639-1642, 1683-1689 and 1699-1702, the press release added. AGERPRES (RO - writing by:: Marinela Brumar; EN - writing by: Simona Iacob) Display count: 338
ROBOR's evolution appears consistent with comparable interbank rates in the region (central bank official)
The evolution of ROBOR is consistent with the monetary policy framework and inflation, the main economic benchmarks influencing money market interest rates, according to Csaba Balint, a member of the Board of the National Bank of Romania (BNR), in an article published on Thursday on the BNR Opinii blog. 'ROBOR may seem favourable or unfavourable, too high or too low, depending on the perspective. But if it is analysed through the two fundamental benchmarks discussed here - the monetary policy framework and inflation - its evolution appears consistent with comparable interbank rates in the region,' Balint wrote in the article entitled 'ROBOR between public debate and economic benchmarks'. According to him, 'money market interest rates - and ROBOR in particular - can be viewed from several perspectives.' 'Borrowers see them mainly through their monthly repayments. Banks view them as a funding cost. Lawyers focus on the regulatory framework. Policymakers consider their social impact. These are just a few possible perspectives, but each is legitimate and important,' Balint added. In an intense public debate, differing perspectives can easily generate impressions, emotions and labels, the BNR official noted. 'ROBOR may therefore be perceived as too high or too low, sometimes even as favourable or unfavourable. But such labels say more about how ROBOR is experienced than about the economic factors it is supposed to reflect. Above all, ROBOR remains a money market indicator. The key economic question is one of consistency: to what extent does it reflect the fundamental economic benchmarks? If we step back and return to the basic logic found in economics textbooks and courses, the question becomes clearer,' he wrote. In his view, a money market interest rate cannot be analysed in isolation, as 'it largely reflects the cost of money'. 'This cost depends on many economic principles, market mechanisms and practical conditions - from expectations, liquidity and risk to the broader financial context. But at the level of the most basic economic benchmarks, two elements appear essential: the monetary policy framework and inflation. The first benchmark is the monetary policy framework. In a market economy, interbank interest rates must respond to the direction of monetary policy,' Balint said. Otherwise, monetary policy would not be properly transmitted throughout the economy. In simple terms, interbank rates should generally remain close to the interest rates set by the central bank, he added. 'If we look at average levels during the period Q4 2018 - -Q4 2025 (for which IRCC data are also available), the first important observation is that all ROBOR and ROBID rates remained within the monetary policy corridor. Interestingly, the simple average of these rates is almost identical to the policy rate (4.22% versus 4.26%). There is also a slight upward slope in rates as maturities increase. Such a slope may have several explanations. The simplest is the term premium: a longer maturity may include a premium, just as longer-term deposits are generally rewarded with higher interest rates,' Balint explained. According to him, the IRCC benchmark is also 'aligned with interest rates on the short-term segment of the market'. From this perspective, ROBOR has behaved similarly to interbank rates across the region. In short, the data are consistent with basic economic logic: where inflation is higher, interest rates also tend to be higher, the article notes. AGERPRES (RO - writing by: Nicoleta Banciulea; EN - writing by: Cristina Zaharia) Display count: 368
CCIR's Daraban: Danube can redefine connectivity between the Black Sea corridor, Central Europe
The Danube is not a mere river, but a strategic highway that can redefine the connectivity between the Black Sea and Central Europe, said Chairman of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Romania (CCIR) Mihai Daraban at the 5th edition of the Maritime Business Week, organised on Thursday in Constanta. 'Not all EU member states treat the Danube as a strategic asset. There are countries that declare it a protected area for less clear reasons. The European response could be a unitary company, with the participation of all riparian countries as shareholders, managing the river transport infrastructure and learning from successful models, such as the Port of Duisburg. The Danube is not a mere river. It is a strategic highway that can redefine connectivity between the Black Sea and Central Europe. We must understand that Romania and our region cannot rely exclusively on energy flows from the West. All interconnections, gas, electricity, are interrupted somewhere in Austria. That is why our priority is to manage the opportunities of this region ourselves. Turkey, Georgia, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan are natural logistical and energy partners, and the Black Sea corridor must be strengthened with the instruments that we can control,' Daraban is quoted as saying in a CCIR press release. In his turn, Vice-President of the European Parliament Victor Negrescu, said: 'I have strongly supported the establishment of a European maritime security hub in Constanta. Such a hub would strengthen cooperation between European institutions, NATO allies, maritime authorities and private actors, improve maritime surveillance, protect critical infrastructure, strengthen cybersecurity capabilities and contribute to securing shipping routes through the Black Sea.' CCIR, in partnership with the Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Navigation and Agriculture of Constanta (CCINA), organised on Thursday the Danube Connectivity Panel, within the fifth edition of Maritime Business Week. The initiative is part of the chamber's agenda, as holder of the Presidency of the Association of Balkan Chambers (ABC) for 2026, and is part of a broader effort to strengthen regional economic cooperation in the Balkan area and the Danube, in line with the commercial and geopolitical challenges of the moment. The panel brought together representatives of the business community, decision-makers and experts in logistics, transport and infrastructure, around a subject of strategic importance, namely the role of the Danube-Black Sea corridor in Europe's connectivity architecture. AGERPRES (RO - editing by: Daniel Badea; EN - writing by: Corneliu-Aurelian Colceriu) Display count: 315
EPP's Weber talks with PNL leader:Romania needs to continue its path of reforms and modernisation
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Raffel (ACUE):Energy prices in Europe - too high, in Romania - even higher measured against purchasing power
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Construction works volume up 11.7% in first four months of 2026
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PM-designate Vestea to submit governing programme and list of ministers to Parliament on Thursday
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FEATURE/Vrancea: AI Citizens robotics team from Cuza College in Focsani turns history into Braille
Agerpres – National News Agency: Current news with reliable information for a well-informed society. Behind each plaque lay countless hours of work and multiple design versions. For the students, the challenge was not merely translating the information but converting it into a format perfectly readable for Braille users. 'There was a great deal of research involved. We consulted the Association of the Blind repeatedly to correct every version that was not right. The biggest challenge was that
Adrian Vestea to submit government program and list of ministers to Parliament on Thursday
Prime Minister-designate Adrian Vestea announced that he will submit the government program and the list of the new Cabinet to Parliament on Thursday. 'We are in the final stage of finalizing the government program. Each measure is analyzed responsibly from the perspective of the budgetary impact, so that we respect the assumed deficit targets and present a realistic, applicable and sustainable plan. Our objective is to find the right balance between the real needs of society and the state's budgetary possibilities. During this period, we are carefully evaluating each proposal, so that the measures included in the government program are effective and can be put into practice. Tomorrow, Thursday, in the first part of the day, we will submit the government program and the list of ministers to Parliament', Vestea wrote on Facebook. He expressed confidence that Romania will soon have a functional Government, capable of ensuring stability, predictability and concrete solutions for citizens. 'Less political pride and disputes! More responsibility! More work for Romania!', Vestea reported. AGERPRES(RO - writing by: Catalina Matei; EN - writing by: Bogdan Gabaroi) Display count: 652
PIPAC cancer therapy carried out in national first at 'Prof. Dr. Dimitrie Gerota' Hospital
A medical first for Romania's public health system was recorded on Wednesday at the 'Prof. Dr. Dimitrie Gerota' Emergency Clinical Hospital, where doctors performed pressurized intraperitoneal aerosol chemotherapy (PIPAC) - a modern, minimally invasive technique used to treat patients with advanced oncological disease involving the peritoneum. The procedures were carried out by a multidisciplinary team coordinated by Prof. Adrian Bartos, senior general surgeon, and Dr. Rares Munteanu, senior general surgeon, together with the anaesthesia and intensive-care team led by Dr. Alida Moise, senior anaesthesiologist and director of the hospital, the Interior Ministry said in a statement. This innovative therapy was performed on two female patients, aged 50 and 73. The interventions were completed successfully and under maximum safety conditions, the Ministry said. PIPAC involves administering chemotherapy directly into the peritoneal cavity, in aerosol form and under controlled pressure, through a minimally invasive laparoscopic approach. The method ensures the efficient distribution of the active substance to tumour lesions and opens new therapeutic perspectives for patients with peritoneal malignancies. The successful completion of these procedures, the statement adds, confirms the high level of professional training of the medical staff at the 'Prof. Dr. Dimitrie Gerota' Emergency Clinical Hospital and the institution's capacity to implement advanced medical techniques used in leading European centres. The achievement is part of the hospital's broader development program - a strategic investment objective of the Interior Ministry - which includes building a new hospital facility, modernising medical infrastructure and expanding diagnostic and treatment capacity through sustained investment in technology and personnel. 'The Ministry of the Interior congratulates the entire medical team involved in this intervention and values the efforts of the specialists who contribute, day after day, to raising the performance of medical care and strengthening the prestige of the 'Prof. Dr. Dimitrie Gerota' Emergency Clinical Hospital as a centre of excellence in Romania's medical system,' the Ministry said. AGERPRES (RO - writing by: Georgiana Tanasescu; EN - writing by: Simona Klodnischi) Display count: 386
Maritime traffic on Sulina Canal restricted after asphalt-bitumen tanker runs aground
Maritime traffic on the Sulina Canal has been restricted as of Wednesday afternoon after a seagoing tanker heading to Galati ran aground, prompting authorities to open an investigation into the circumstances of the incident. The maritime tanker 'Lilstella', sailing under the Hong Kong flag, is an asphalt-bitumen carrier measuring 109.9 metres in length and 20 metres in beam, according to marinetraffic.com. 'So far, no material damage or signs of pollution have been reported. The navigable fairway is partially obstructed for maritime traffic, and temporary restrictions have been imposed until the vessel is refloated,' spokesperson for the Romanian Naval Authority Cristina Puscasu told AGERPRES. A team from the Tulcea Harbourmaster's Office has traveled to the site at river mile 28+5 to assess the situation and determine necessary measures. 'The intervention of the tug Sulina 2, operated by the Lower Danube River Administration in Galati, has been requested,' the authority also noted. AGERPRES (RO - writing by: Nicoleta Gherasi; EN - writing by: Simona Klodnischi) Display count: 418
First stage of Midia Port sunken-tugboat raising completed; one crew member's body recovered
ARAS Salvage completed on Wednesday, at around 14:35, the first stage of the operation to raise the tugboat that sank near Midia Port in March, from a depth of 26 metres, roughly 8 kilometres offshore in the Black Sea, Midia Marine Terminal announced. According to the company, th
PNL: Extraordinary National Council scheduled for Friday to call Sunday's Extraordinary Congress
The National Liberal Party (PNL) will hold an Extraordinary National Council meeting on Friday to convene an Extraordinary Congress of the party for Sunday at 12:00 at Romexpo, the party announced. 'The leadership of the National Liberal Party, meeting in the National Political B
Constanta: Romanian Naval Forces participate in MCM BLACK SEA to ensure security in the Black Sea
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Catalin Predoiu resigns as first vice-president of PNL (sources)
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Story of Transylvania's Saxons told through three-century-old household at ASTRA Museum in Sibiu
Agerpres – National News Agency: Current news with reliable information for a well-informed society. Visitors will be able to explore the courtyard, outbuildings and interior of the house, including the traditional gute Stube ('best room'), and learn about the daily life of a Saxon family. They will also be able to admire painted furniture and textiles characteristic of the community. According to Reinhart Guib, bishop of the Evangelical Church of Romania, around 10,700 Evangelical Saxons wer
MAI: Predoiu,discussions with World Bank representatives; emphasized decrease in illegal migration by approximately 70%
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FITS 2026/Sibiu: Bus passengers to enjoy contemporary art on local routes
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Elisabeta Palace to host The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award ceremony on Thursday
Her Majesty Margareta will host the ceremony for the presentation of the insignia of the highest distinction awarded under the The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award programme at Elisabeta Palace on Thursday. 'Ninety students representing seven prestigious schools in Romania have completed the Award programme and will therefore receive the highest distinction granted by the organisation (Royal School in Transylvania, Cambridge School, Transylvania College, Asociatia Turul Madar of Sfantu Gheorghe, School of Bucharest, Avenor College and Decebal Theoretical High School of Constanta),' the Press Office of the House of Her Majesty the Custodian of the Crown announced on Wednesday. Her Royal Highness Princess Sofia of Romania will also attend the event, which is scheduled to begin at 16:00. Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, created The Duke of Edinburgh's Award in 1956 to support the physical, mental and moral development of young people, particularly those from less advantaged backgrounds. The foundation is regarded as an outstanding example of social engagement and contribution to young people's education in areas complementary to formal schooling. The programme is currently active in 144 countries and more than 10 million young people have benefited from its activities. In Romania, the organisation has operated since 2013 under the High Patronage of Her Majesty Margareta, Custodian of the Crown. AGERPRES (RO - writing by; Daniel Popescu; EN - writing by: Adina Panaitescu) Display count: 376
Galati Open Beach Volleyball International Tournament 2026 to be held between 18-21 June
The city of Galati will host the third edition of the 'Galati Open Beach Volleyball International Tournament 2026' between 18 and 21 June, an international beach volleyball competition featuring athletes from Romania and several European countries. The mayor of Galati, Ionut Puch
UDMR's Kelemen Hunor: UDMR will not vote for Vestea Government
President of the Hungarian Democratic Union of Romania (UDMR) announced on Wednesday that the party's MPs will not support a possible vote of confidence for the Vestea Government. 'We will not vote for the Government when the list and the governing programme are presented. It was