The Romanian government, led by Energy Minister Bogdan Ivan, has announced a comprehensive plan to cut electricity prices. The initiative addresses the high proportion of taxes and tariffs, which constitute 49% of the total energy cost, aiming to alleviate financial burdens on consumers.
A 53-year-old Romanian man, found to be under the influence of drugs and driving with a revoked license, was detained after attempting to drive his car into the Russian Embassy in Bucharest early Thursday morning. The incident resulted in no injuries or significant material damage.
Greece, Bulgaria, and Romania are set to sign an EU pact in November in Brussels for a new North-South transport corridor. This initiative will connect the Aegean and Black Seas via modern highways and high-speed rail, enhancing trade, tourism, and military mobility across Eastern Europe and extending towards Moldova and Ukraine.
Salt Bank, Romania's leading digital bank, has introduced securities trading for its over 500,000 users, enabling direct investment in international capital markets. This new offering, launched on October 14, 2025, is powered by a strategic partnership with Berlin-based investment technology firm Upvest.
Sibiu International Airport has become the first in Romania to implement the EU's new biometric Entry/Exit System (EES) for non-EU citizens, replacing manual passport stamping. The system, operational from October 12, 2025, aims to enhance border security and efficiency by collecting biometric data and travel information.
Kenya's National Computer and Cybercrimes Coordination Committee (NC4) and Romania's National Cyber Security Directorate (DNSC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding on October 6, 2025. This partnership aims to bolster digital security through information sharing, joint incident response, capacity building, and developing advanced cybersecurity solutions.
Romania's National Agency for Fiscal Administration (ANAF) has officially taken possession of a property in Sibiu belonging to the Iohannis family, located at 29 Nicolae Bălcescu Street. The action, which involved changing the locks, follows a protracted legal dispute and a court order for the former presidential couple to return nearly EUR 1 million in illegally collected rent.
Romania's Ministry of National Defence has requested parliamentary approval for a multi-billion dollar plan to significantly expand its M1A2 Abrams tank fleet. The proposal, valued at over $7 billion, includes the acquisition of 216 additional tanks, 76 auxiliary vehicles, ammunition, parts, and training, building on a previous 2023 agreement for 54 Abrams tanks.
Landings at Bucharest's Henri Coandă International Airport were temporarily suspended on Sunday, September 28, after the crew of an incoming aircraft reported a civilian drone near a runway. Authorities have launched an investigation into the unauthorized drone activity, which poses significant flight safety risks.
Romanian Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan congratulated Moldova on its recent parliamentary election results, where the pro-European Party of Action and Solidarity (PAS) secured a clear majority. This outcome strengthens President Maia Sandu's efforts to deepen ties with the European Union, a path strongly supported by Romania.
The Romanian government has extended its cap on commercial markups for 17 essential foodstuffs until March 2026. This measure, initially introduced in June 2023, aims to protect the purchasing power of low-income citizens and curb inflation amidst ongoing economic challenges.
Romanian prosecutors have formally requested the European Parliament to lift the immunity of MEP Diana Șoșoacă. The request pertains to charges including unlawful deprivation of liberty, promoting the cult of persons convicted for genocide, and publicly advocating fascist and Legionary ideologies.
Romania has scaled back its digital identity card program, reducing the number of free IDs from 5 million to 3.5 million. The decision, driven by a fiscal crisis and low public interest, follows a €21 million budget cut and risks a €264 million EU fine for missed targets.
Romania has strongly condemned the violation of Estonian airspace by three Russian MiG-31 fighter jets on September 19, 2025. Romanian Foreign Minister Oana Țoiu called for the immediate adoption of the 19th package of sanctions against Russia, emphasizing solidarity with Estonia following the 'unprecedentedly brazen' incursion.
