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Harsh dissenting opinion from Judge Iulia Scîntei on the CCR decision in the Șoșoacă case: the Constitutional Court legislated beyond its competence / Sanctioning limits on freedom of expression falls to other state institutions

Harsh dissenting opinion from Judge Iulia Scîntei on the CCR decision in the Șoșoacă case: the Constitutional Court legislated beyond its competence / Sanctioning limits on freedom of expression falls to other state institutions

09 oct.
Controversial court ruling ousts Diana Șoșoacă from presidential race, fueling anti-PSD sentiment and democracy concerns

Controversial court ruling ousts Diana Șoșoacă from presidential race, fueling anti-PSD sentiment and democracy concerns

09 oct.
The unprecedented and perilous decision by Romania’s Constitutional Court to disqualify Diana Șoșoacă from the presidential race has stirred a strong anti-PSD (Social Democratic Party) sentiment just two months ahead of presidential and parliamentary elections. Political backlash has been swift, as parties across the spectrum—from the ruling PNL (National Liberal Party) to opposition groups USR […]
Romanian NGOs condemn Constitutional Court ruling as threat to democracy

Romanian NGOs condemn Constitutional Court ruling as threat to democracy

08 oct.
Twenty non-governmental organizations, including ActiveWatch, APADOR-CH, and Expert Forum, have issued a public letter protesting the “arbitrary” disqualification of an opposition candidate from the electoral race, reports Agerpres. The decision by Romania’s Constitutional Court (CCR) “questions the very essence of the democratic system” in the country, according to a statement from the Center for Resources […]
Russian dissident Mikhail Khodorkovsky on the Russian connections of Mircea Geoană's former adviser: It is shocking that NATO overlooks such things when appointing people to such high positions. And Romanian voters should take this into account when they vote.

Russian dissident Mikhail Khodorkovsky on the Russian connections of Mircea Geoană’s former adviser: It is shocking that NATO overlooks such things when appointing people to such high positions. And Romanian voters should take this into account when they vote.

02 oct.
Romania now meets all technical requirements for the Visa Waiver Program, Romanian Embassy in Washington announces / "The last Condition has been met" / How the state mobilized employees to lower the rejection rate

Romania now meets all technical requirements for the Visa Waiver Program, Romanian Embassy in Washington announces / „The last Condition has been met” / How the state mobilized employees to lower the rejection rate

01 oct.
President Iohannis's controversial bid for a Senate seat raises eyebrows in Romania

President Iohannis’s controversial bid for a Senate seat raises eyebrows in Romania

19 sept. 1
Romanian President Klaus Iohannis is actively seeking a role for himself after his term at Cotroceni Palace concludes. Having unsuccessfully attempted to secure positions within NATO and the European Union, he now finds himself in a contentious situation. The National Liberal Party (PNL), with which he is affiliated, is pushing to include him in the […]
Romania receives the "People, Skills, and Preparedness" portfolio for Roxana Mînzatu in the upcoming European Commission led by Ursula von der Leyen. Mînzatu will also serve as Executive Vice President of the European Commission. How important is this role?

Romania receives the „People, Skills, and Preparedness” portfolio for Roxana Mînzatu in the upcoming European Commission led by Ursula von der Leyen. Mînzatu will also serve as Executive Vice President of the European Commission. How important is this role?

17 sept.
ANALYSIS: The Hungarian community in Romania between Budapest and Bucharest—What Kelemen Hunor's presidential candidacy reveals about power dynamics in the Democratic Alliance of Hungarians in Romania and its relationship with Viktor Orbán

ANALYSIS: The Hungarian community in Romania between Budapest and Bucharest—What Kelemen Hunor’s presidential candidacy reveals about power dynamics in the Democratic Alliance of Hungarians in Romania and its relationship with Viktor Orbán

13 sept.
The telltale coffee wrapper: How a fragment of packaging led to the arrest of the man behind a Romanian businessman's murder

The telltale coffee wrapper: How a fragment of packaging led to the arrest of the man behind a Romanian businessman’s murder

12 sept.
A fragment of coffee packaging found at the scene where the house of murdered Sibiu businessman Adrian Kreiner was surveilled led to the identification of one of the three criminals who robbed and killed him. The method by which this identification occurred is outlined in the ruling from the Alba County Court. Specifically, law enforcement […]
BREAKING Romania nominates Roxana Mînzatu for European Commissioner following von der Leyen interview

BREAKING Romania nominates Roxana Mînzatu for European Commissioner following von der Leyen interview

02 sept.
The Social Democratic Party (PSD) Member of the European Parliament, Roxana Mînzatu (44 years old), has been officially proposed by Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu (leader of the Social Democratic Party and Prime Minister of Romania) for the position of European Commissioner, Ciolacu announced on Monday during a press conference. G4Media had already reported exclusively last […]
Romania changes Baccalaureate exam calendar due to climate changes

Romania changes Baccalaureate exam calendar due to climate changes

12 aug.
Romanian students who will finish 12th grade next year will undergo the end-of-high school exams, known as the Baccalaureate, starting June 10, which is earlier than ever in recent history, according to plans announced by the Education Ministry in Bucharest on Monday, One key reason for bringing the national exams earlier is climate change. More […]
In a desperate bid for votes, Romanian PM Marcel Ciolacu goes all-out populist, echoing conspiracy theories spewed by Russian propagandists, exploiting a gymnast's heartbreak at the Olympics, and vowing to boycott the event

In a desperate bid for votes, Romanian PM Marcel Ciolacu goes all-out populist, echoing conspiracy theories spewed by Russian propagandists, exploiting a gymnast’s heartbreak at the Olympics, and vowing to boycott the event

07 aug.
Eu Court shuts down extradition loophole for Romanian convicts: extradition can't be denied over missing Romanian judges' oath records / Key decision for Maltese Justice in Paul of Romania case

Eu Court shuts down extradition loophole for Romanian convicts: extradition can’t be denied over missing Romanian judges’ oath records / Key decision for Maltese Justice in Paul of Romania case

30 iul.
Romania's four-day workweek: A legal reality awaiting implementation

Romania’s four-day workweek: A legal reality awaiting implementation

29 iul.
The current legislative framework in Romania provides sufficient leeway for implementing a four-day workweek, though the decision to adopt such a measure ultimately lies with each individual company, according to specialists from EY Romania, as reported by Agerpres. “The current legislative framework provides sufficient leeway for implementing a four-day workweek. The existing legislation is flexible […]
Unprecedented move: Romania's National Liberal Party (PNL) buys newspaper coverage to boast about EU's glowing justice and anti-corruption report

Unprecedented move: Romania’s National Liberal Party (PNL) buys newspaper coverage to boast about EU’s glowing justice and anti-corruption report

25 iul.
Mircea Geoană: The man behind the NATO suit

Mircea Geoană: The man behind the NATO suit

23 iul.
Since he decided to run for the presidency of Romania over a year ago, NATO Deputy Secretary General Mircea Geoană has been traveling across Romania like a soldier without an army, determined to conquer the highest office in the state as an independent candidate. From the beginning, Geoană’s major problem has been that he plays […]
Fabulous incomes for retired judges and prosecutors in the Romanian Justice system returning as public officials. Cases of pension-salary combinations of tens of thousands of euros per month

Fabulous incomes for retired judges and prosecutors in the Romanian Justice system returning as public officials. Cases of pension-salary combinations of tens of thousands of euros per month

17 iul. 1
US Senate Committee criticizes Romania for military academy's partnership with China

US Senate Committee criticizes Romania for military academy’s partnership with China

17 iul.
A report by the US Senate Foreign Relations Committee on Chinese aggression criticizes the fact that some military academies in NATO countries maintain partnerships and connections with Chinese educational institutions. Among the highlighted cases is the „Nicolae Bălcescu” Land Forces Academy in Sibiu, which the American Senate committee states has an official cooperation agreement with […]
EXCLUSIVE: Viktor Orban receives a harsh response from European Council President Charles Michel: Hungary has no role in representing the EU on the international stage / I cannot accept your statement that I led a pro-war policy, it is exactly the opposite

EXCLUSIVE: Viktor Orban receives a harsh response from European Council President Charles Michel: Hungary has no role in representing the EU on the international stage / I cannot accept your statement that I led a pro-war policy, it is exactly the opposite

16 iul.
Romania, Bulgaria, and Greece create strategic corridor to help move military equipment and soldiers quickly along NATO's Eastern Flank

Romania, Bulgaria, and Greece create strategic corridor to help move military equipment and soldiers quickly along NATO’s Eastern Flank

11 iul.
From courtrooms to cash: The millionaires of Romania's Justice System/ Last year's salaries reported by the heads of the judiciary/ A deputy at the High Court owns boats and a house in Greece/ A state secretary from the Ministry of Justice has nearly 2 million euros/ Constitutional Court Judge Geani Stan Purchased an apartment in Marbella

From courtrooms to cash: The millionaires of Romania’s Justice System/ Last year’s salaries reported by the heads of the judiciary/ A deputy at the High Court owns boats and a house in Greece/ A state secretary from the Ministry of Justice has nearly 2 million euros/ Constitutional Court Judge Geani Stan Purchased an apartment in Marbella

10 iul.