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PSD First Vice-President Sorin Grindeanu has criticized independent presidential candidate Nicuşor Dan, accusing him of launching "electoral campaign stunts."

"The truth is that joining the OECD, managed simultaneously with the finalization of the PNRR, is the toughest, most complex, and sophisticated administrative test Romania has faced since its European integration," said Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu.

Victor Negrescu, Vice-President of the European Parliament, addressed the plenary session, highlighting the danger of underfunding the EU's cohesion policy in the context of ongoing discussions about redirecting funds to other priorities.

"Romania's financial situation is similar to the one I encountered in 2020 at City Hall," said Nicuşor Dan. "In just two years, we managed to reduce the debt to zero and unlock investments. I will apply the same commitment and pragmatism at national level," he added.

The Ministry of Finance is launching a new edition of FIDELIS government bonds on Friday, April 4, available for subscription until April 11.

Culture Minister Natalia Intotero expressed confidence that the heritage objects stolen from the Drents Museum in the Netherlands will be recovered intact. She also announced the commencement of Romania's first full inventory of its national heritage.

PNL MEP Siegfried Mureșan says European funds are for the people, not for corrupt extremist politicians like Marine Le Pen.

Romania can export fresh plant-based food products to Indonesia after its food safety testing laboratory was officially recognized by the Indonesian Quarantine Authority, ANSVSA announced Monday.

The Consumer Credit Reference Index (IRCC) is falling slightly, from 5.66% to 5.55%, which will mainly affect the rates of those who have variable-rate mortgages, especially those who have accessed the "New Home" program, according to the National Bank of Romania (NBR).

The name of Energy Minister Sebastian Burduja has been circulated to be a liaison emissary in relations with the United States of America, but when asked on Thursday if he will occupy this position, Burduja said that this issue has not been raised. "There were all kinds of speculations and this issue was not raised. Certainly, the role of the United States of America in global politics is a fundamental one and for Romania, it is also a vital one, as a security partner, as an economic development partner and as a partner in the area of ​​research and innovation, all three dimensions being part of the strategic partnership that Romania has with the United States of America. There is a special dynamic in global politics, there is a special dynamic in the foreign relations policy that the United States has at the moment and I am convinced that Romania needs very good people who, together with all those who care about our evolution and our role in NATO, can contribute to this positive relationship", said Burduja, asked about the position of liaison emissary in relations with the US, during a press conference. Asked further if he would accept this position if it were offered to him, Burduja said that he did not want to get "into these speculations". "I am the Minister of Energy, we have many projects in the works and I am glad that almost in every government meeting we manage to solve a problem that may have been from today, yesterday or decades ago. We have large investments, hydroelectric power plants with an advanced stage of execution and there is a dispute with several environmental NGOs that I honestly do not understand because I would think that, being in Romania, they also have the interest of Romanians as their main objective and our interest can only be the energy security of the country", Burduja also said. Burduja was also asked if he would take over the position of Foreign Minister if Emil Hurezeanu were to be dismissed. Burduja said that "out of respect for my government colleagues and for Minister Hurezeanu, for the Prime Minister of Romania, for President Bolojean and the others who have, in practice, the foreign area in their attributions, I do not think it is appropriate for me to make a statement. And it is also a form of respect for the portfolio of the Ministry of Energy, for my colleagues at the ministry". Asked if he had a discussion in the PNL or with the Prime Minister regarding the position of liaison emissary with the US or Foreign Minister, Burduja said that "this issue was not raised". In addition to Sebastian Burduja's name, the name of presidential advisor Dacian Cioloș was also circulated in the public space for the position of Foreign Minister.

Former presidential candidate Călin Georgescu visited the police on Wednesday to sign a judicial control agreement. He did not make any statements to the journalists present.

Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu reacted ironically to the announcement by Russian parliamentarians claiming that Romania has interfered in "Russia's internal affairs." He stated, "I am not interested in the State Duma."

Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu announced that he will discuss with Interim President Ilie Bolojan whether Emil Hurezeanu should be replaced as Minister of Foreign Affairs.

Black Sea resorts are preparing to welcome tourists for the Easter mini-vacation from April 18-21. According to Litoralulromanesc.ro, almost 130 accommodation units will be functional, mostly in Mamaia, Mamaia Nord and Eforie Nord, but also in Neptun-Olimp and Costinești.

The Environment Minister, Mircea Fechet, claims that information about the Rabla Program, the 2025 edition, could appear soon. "Next week I propose to give good news to Romanians", said Fechet.

Minister of Transport, Sorin Grindeanu, estimates that Romania could put up to 300 kilometers of highway and expressway into use in 2025, if "the planets align", a new record for the country's road infrastructure.

Between March 27-30, 2025, works will be carried out on the Stânca-Costești dam that will affect cross-border traffic between Romania and the Republic of Moldova, the border authorities announce.

Romania’s interim president, Ilie Bolojan, emphasized the need for faster judicial procedures during the review of the High Court of Cassation and Justice.

The Ministry of Finance was rejected by investors, says former Prime Minister Florin Cîțu: "He tried to borrow 300 million lei with a 15-year maturity, and no one gave it to him. A small amount, yet no interest. This is Romania today, under a socialist government."

The Romanian national team meets Bosnia and Herzegovina on Friday evening, the first opponent on the road to the 2026 World Cup. The match is scheduled for 9:45 p.m. at the National Arena.

The new greenhouse with exotic plants in the city of Galati will have an elevator that will go up 20 meters. Thus, tourists will be able to admire the palm trees in the greenhouse from a great height, as well as the Danube and the Dobrogea Mountains.The entire greenhouse costs over 3 million euros.

A partnership formed by two companies will create the new Integrated Air Quality Plan (PICA), announced Mayor General Nicuşor Dan on Friday.

The interim President of Romania, Ilie Bolojan, has convened the meeting of the Supreme National Defense Council for Friday, March 28, at the Cotroceni Palace. Romania's position in the context of peace Nnegotiations in Ukraine is on the agenda of the meeting.

State Secretary in the Ministry of Transport Irinel Scrioşteanu announced on Thursday that the most expensive contract awarded by Romania on road infrastructure has been signed. It is the contract for the design and execution of a lot on the Unirii Motorway.

Romania will participate in the Leipzig Book Fair, which will take place between March 27 and 30.

Energy Minister Sebastian Burduja is asking company executives to sue NGOs that file bad faith lawsuits: "Each artificial blockage costs Romania money, jobs and energy security."

The European Council, meeting on Thursday, will have two important topics: economic competitiveness and European defense, said Romania's interim president Ilie Bolojan.

The Rector of SNSPA, Remus Pricopie, on Wednesday referred to the criminal investigation bodies on the commission of the crime of forgery of documents in the name of Călin Georgescu, for the way he collected the signatures submitted to the BEC on October 1, 2024.

Antonescu has to win the presidential elections and then the coalition can move on, he can think of an even stronger formula, says Kelemen Hunor. UDMR leader believes that PNL, USR and UDMR would not have a majority in Parliament and ”to go with a minority government is pure political suicide”.

AUR and POT MPs don't come to work, they skip on citizens' money, says PSD MP Adrian Câciu. ”Political stupidity! That's who they are”, adds the Social Democrat. AUR and POT went on parliamentary strike after Călin Georgescu was rejected as a presidential candidate.

Former presidential election candidate, Călin Georgescu, went on Wednesday at the Ilfov County Police Inspectorate (IPJ) to sign the judicial control. Georgescu did not announce his support for George Simion or Anamaria Gavrilă.

Tenor Octavian Ene, Daniela Nane's boyfriend, fell from a height of three meters after jumping from a platform during a rehearsal for a show. The Capital Police have opened an investigation.

Negative temperatures are welcome for winter sports enthusiasts: artificial snow is being produced on the slopes of the Postăvarul massif, in the upper area of ​​the ski area.

Salina Praid will host Taste of Transylvania Underground, the first underground gastronomic festival in Romania, from March 28-30.

Over 5,000 Romanians in the diaspora registered by Monday to vote by mail in the presidential elections in May, according to data provided by the Permanent Electoral Authority (AEP).

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MP Gheorghe Becali announced on Friday that he has resigned from AUR, stating, "You can refer to me as an independent MP now; I have resigned from AUR," he told Digi24. He clarified that he continues to support George Simion.

George Simion stated, "I will strive to improve myself and make every possible effort for our nation," after submitting his candidacy to the BEC. He expressed that he expects to become "the target of the establishment" over the next two months.

USR vice-president Allen Coliban has published a message urging Elena Lasconi to withdraw from the Romanian presidential race, citing her significant drop in the polls and pressure from party supporters.

MEP Dan Nica announced that the European Steel Action Plan will be adopted in the coming days by the European Commission. One of the main beneficiaries of the plan could be the Galaţi steel plant.