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Luca Niculescu / Foto: Agerpres
Today in the News 19.10.2026

The Niculescu government on the home straight

The political crisis in Bucharest could come to an end in the next few days.

The Niculescu government on the home straight
Money (photo Pixabay)
Today in the News 17.10.2026

Low pensions and fewer workers pose a challenge to Bulgaria’s pension system

The state should develop an active demographic policy, says economist Stoyan Panchev.

Low pensions and fewer workers pose a challenge to Bulgaria’s pension system
Bulgarian Pavillion at the 61st Venice Biennale
Today in the News 17.10.2026

Bulgarian Pavilion at Venice Biennale is presented simultaneously in Norway

Bulgaria makes art history at the Italian forum as “Federation of Minor Practices” travels to a third country for the first time.

Bulgarian Pavilion at Venice Biennale is presented simultaneously in Norway
Government headquarters (Photo: Guvernul României)
Today in the News 16.10.2026

What will the future government look like?

The prospective government in Bucharest, as proposed by the diplomat Luca Niculescu, includes left-wing politicians and technocrats.

What will the future government look like?
Preşedintele României, Nicuşor Dan şi secretarul General al NATO, Mark Rutte
Today in the News 16.10.2026

NATO adapts to the security situation in the Black Sea

Romania and neighbouring Bulgaria are seeking NATO’s support following a series of drone attacks on merchant ships in the Black Sea

NATO adapts to the security situation in the Black Sea
Ilie Bolojan s-a întâlnit cu ambasadorii statelor membre ale UE (Foto: gov.ro)
Today in the News 15.10.2026

Meeting between the interim Prime Minister and EU Ambassadors

Romania's economic situation, energy security and Black Sea threats were discussed by interim Prime Minister with EU Ambassadors.

Meeting between the interim Prime Minister and EU Ambassadors
Foto: Iulia Opran, RRI
Today in the News 15.10.2026

Romanian travel trends

Romanians once again preferred holidays at home last year, with Romania ranking first in the European Union for the share of domestic trips.

Romanian travel trends
Foto: Iulia Opran/RRI
Today in the News 14.10.2026

Black Sea security threats

NATO and EU concerns after two cargo ships attacked near Bulgaria’s Black Sea coast

Black Sea security threats
Photo: pixabay.com
Today in the News 14.10.2026

Greater rights for native Romanian speakers in Ukraine

The right of European Union ethnic groups, including Romanians, to use their mother tongue in Ukrainian schools is now guaranteed

Greater rights for native Romanian speakers in Ukraine
Government headquarters (Photo: Guvernul României)
Today in the News 13.10.2026

Talks on new government move forward

After a first round of talks with parliamentary parties, the PM designate Luca Niculescu says negotiations on a government have advanced.

Talks on new government move forward
(Credits: pixabay.com)
Today in the News 13.10.2026

Romania’s trade deficit widens

The significant rise in global prices for fuels and natural gas is also reflected in Romania’s trade deficit.

Romania’s trade deficit widens
Photo: Septimiu / pixabay.com
Today in the News 12.10.2026

Flat economic growth in the second quarter

Romania’s economy flatlined in the second quarter or the year.

Flat economic growth in the second quarter
Foto: Immo Wegmann / unsplash.com
Today in the News 12.10.2026

What will the EU multiannual budget look like?

European leaders are set to meet in Brussels this week to discuss a proposed 8% cut to the 2028–2034 budget.

What will the EU multiannual budget look like?
Photo: RRI
Today in the News 09.10.2026

The National Bank of Romanian maintains reference interest rate

The Central Bank has decided not to modify the reference interest rate.

The National Bank of Romanian maintains reference interest rate
Luca Niculescu
Today in the News 09.10.2026

Discussions on the future government

In Bucharest, the Prime Minister-designate Luca Niculescu must submit the government program and the list of proposed ministers to Parliament by next Thursday.

Discussions on the future government

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