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Four new deaths reported by authorities due to COVID-19. The official toll reaches 318 dead

13:23, 13 Apr. 2020

Four new deaths due to coronavirus infection have been reported by the Strategic Communication Group (GCS) on Monday. In total, 318 people died in Romania due to COVID-19.

GCS: Another four Romanians confirmed with COVID-19 have died abroad

15:42, 10 Apr. 2020

According to the Strategic Communication Group, four more Romanians confirmed with COVID-19 have died abroad, the number of deaths registered in the diaspora reaching 42.

The Justice Ministry announces the confirmation of the second case of COVID-19 in the institution

15:35, 10 Apr. 2020

The Ministry of Justice (MJ) has announced, on Thursday night, the confirmation of a second case of COVID-19, an employee from the litigation department. Earlier on Thursday, the institution was evacuated after the first case of infection had been confirmed.

Romania: 265 new cases of coronavirus. The number of infected persons reaches 5.467

14:36, 10 Apr. 2020

The Strategic Communication Group announced on Friday that 265 new cases of persons confirmed with COVID-19 have been registered in the last 24 hours, the total number of Romanians diagnosed reaching 5.467.

Tăriceanu urges the Goverment to act in order to restart the economy: We need to return to work

13:34, 09 Apr. 2020

ALDE president Călin Popescu Tăriceanu calls on the Government to take measures to restart the economy and accuses the government officials of refusing any discussion regarding the measures to be taken so that the Romanians return to work after Easter.

Two more deaths in patients with COVID-19. These are two women from Vrancea and Bucharest

13:20, 09 Apr. 2020

Two more deaths in patients confirmed with COVID-19 have been announced on Thursday by the Strategic Communication Group. The death toll in Romania reaches 229.

Dacia Gradually Resumes Production Starting Mid-April

12:21, 09 Apr. 2020

Romanian carmaker Automobile Dacia, owned by France's Renault, said it would gradually resume production starting mid-April, the company said Thursday.

Romania Average Net Salary Grows 0.4% on Month in February

09:22, 09 Apr. 2020

The average net salary in Romania grew 0.4% in nominal terms in February compared with January, to 3,202 lei (around EUR662), data from the country's statistics board showed Thursday.

Thirty-seven Romanians died from COVID-19 abroad / 651 have been infected

14:28, 08 Apr. 2020

In total, 651 Romanians in the diaspora have been diagnosed with infection with the new coronavirus, and another 37 died from this disease, the Strategic Communication Group (GCS) announced on Wednesday.

GCS: 344 new cases confirmed in the last 24 hours. In Romania, there are 4.761 infected persons

14:23, 08 Apr. 2020

As of Wednesday, in Romania, 4.761 cases of people infected with COVID-19 virus have been confirmed, 344 of them in the last 24 hours, the Strategic Communication Group (GCS) announces. About one third of the confirmed ones, respectively 1.430, are from Suceava county.

Klaus Iohannis calls on Romanians to stay at homes for Easter: It’s very, very important

14:14, 08 Apr. 2020

President Klaus Iohannis has called again on Romanians to stay at homes for Easter, this measure being very important to prevent the spread of coronavirus. On Sunday, Catholic believers will celebrate the Easter.

Healthcare Workers Account for 25% of All Covid-19 Infections in Romania

11:53, 08 Apr. 2020

The Romanian healthcare workers' federation said Wednesday 25% of people in Romania infected with Covid-19 are healthcare workers and the infection rate among healthcare staff is 20 higher than in other mediums.

GCS: 360 new cases of coronavirus confirmed in Romania. The number reaches 4.417

14:19, 07 Apr. 2020

The Strategic Communication Group has announced on Tuesday that 360 new cases confirmed with the new coronavirus have been registered in the last 24 hours, the total number of infected persons being 4.417. Of these, 460 people were cured and discharged.

Romania: The number of coronavirus deaths reaches 182

13:04, 07 Apr. 2020

The number of coronavirus deaths has increased to 182 in Romania, with victims being over 55 years old.

Fourteen doctors and nurses have left Romania for Italy

12:54, 07 Apr. 2020

Fourteen doctors and nurses have left Romania today for Italy, to support doctors in the fight against coronavirus.

Tourism Federation Says Unemployment in Hotels and Restaurants Hits 60%

12:13, 07 Apr. 2020

The unemployment rate in hotels and restaurants in Romania has already reached 60% and will soon climb to 90%, the Romanian federation of tourism employers said Tuesday, adding the situation of over 50,000 employees on the Romanian sea-coast is dire.

Zentiva Completes Acquisition of Alvogen’s CEE Operations Including Romanian Labormed

12:01, 07 Apr. 2020

Zentiva Group, owned by Advent International, announced Tuesday it has completed the acquisition of Alvogen's Central and Eastern European (CEE) business.

Blue Air Needs EUR60M Rescue Loan to Survive Covid-19 Crisis

09:27, 07 Apr. 2020

Romanian airline Blue Air, which was forced to put 90% of employees on furlough, needs a rescue loan of EUR60 million to survive the Covid-19 crisis, said company CEO Oana Petrescu.

Klaus Iohannis: Next week I will issue a decree to extend the state of emergency

19:56, 06 Apr. 2020

President Klaus Iohannis has announced on Monday that he will issue a decree next week to extend the state of emergency with another month. There are things moving, but, drawing the line, we have come to the conclusion that it is necessary to extend the state of emergency, said the president.

The Romanian Government announces postponing the local elections

19:12, 06 Apr. 2020

The Romanian Government is discussing the emergency ordinance that provides for the postponement of local elections. The ordinance provides for the extension of the mayoral mandates until December 31st at the latest.

Klaus Iohannis: Next week I will issue a decree to extend the state of emergency

15:03, 06 Apr. 2020

President Klaus Iohannis has announced on Monday that he will issue a decree next week to extend the state of emergency with another month. There are things moving, but, drawing the line, we have come to the conclusion that it is necessary to extend the state of emergency, said the president.

Infections with the new coronavirus exceed 4.000 in Romania

13:52, 06 Apr. 2020

Infections with the new coronavirus have exceeded 4.000 cases in Romania. Since the last information sent by the Strategic Communication Group, 193 other cases of illness have been registered.

Six new deaths in persons confirmed with COVID-19. The death toll reaches 157

12:56, 06 Apr. 2020

The Strategic Communication Group has announced on Monday morning that six new deaths have been registered in Romania in people confirmed with the new coronavirus. The death toll reaches 157.

Pandemic Hits Romanian Dacia’s 1Q Sales in Europe

11:55, 06 Apr. 2020

Dacia registrations have been severely affected by the coronavirus pandemic and the Romanian carmaker's sales were among the hardest hit in Europe.

BestJobs: Romanians Mainly Sought Remote Jobs in March

11:36, 06 Apr. 2020

Romanians looking for jobs have changed their search criteria in March and sought mainly remote jobs and positions that would allow them to work form home amid traffic restrictions and other limitations due to the coronavirus pandemic, job platform BestJobs said in a statement Monday.

Nelu Tătaru: We have 3.183 confirmed cases of coronavirus

15:33, 03 Apr. 2020

Health minister, Nelu Tătaru, has announced on Friday that in Romania there are 3.183 confirmed cases of coronavirus infection and 281 people have been declared cured.

Iohannis:On Easter, we will be with our loved ones but from a distance.There will be difficult weeks

14:56, 03 Apr. 2020

Romania's president, Klaus Ionahnnis, on Friday called on Romanians to stay at home and asked those abroad not to come to the country for holidays. "There will come moments with a great emotional load, which will test our solidarity and unity", said the president.

Ford Keeps European Production Facilities Closed at Least Until May 4

13:56, 03 Apr. 2020

Ford confirmed Friday that the temporary suspension of vehicle and engine production at most of its European manufacturing sites is now expected to run at least until May 4.

Institute for Public Health: The red zones list has been updated, it contains 12 countries

18:49, 02 Apr. 2020

The list of countries considered "red zones" has been updated on Thursday, announces the National Institute of Public Health (INPS). It contains 12 countries, compared to five until now. The new list will come into effect on Friday.

Romania: 2.738 cases of COVID-19 / 278 newly confirmed cases. 94 people died

17:24, 02 Apr. 2020

By Thursday, in Romania, 2.738 people have been confirmed with coronavirus, 278 new cases have been registered and 94 people have lost their lives due to complications caused by COVID-19, announces the Strategic Communication Group (GCS).

Coronavirus Crisis Depreciates Pension Fund Assets

16:15, 02 Apr. 2020

Assets managed by mandatory private pension funds in Romania have depreciated 6.7% on average in January-March due to market shocks caused by the coronavirus pandemic, the Romanian association for private pensions APAPR said in a statement Thursday.

Romanian Finance Minister Expects Quick Recovery After Coronavirus Crisis

15:08, 02 Apr. 2020

Romanian finance minister Florin Citu said Thursday he is optimistic and expects the country's economy to recover as quickly as it collapsed.

Iohannis had a phone conversation with his Italian counterpart about the crisis caused by the virus

15:08, 02 Apr. 2020

President Klaus Iohannis has spoken on the phone with his Italian counterpart Sergio Mattarella about the epidemiological crisis generated by the coronavirus. As a sign of solidarity, the Presidential Administration will light Cotroceni Palace on Thursday evening in the colors of the Italian flag.

Colliers: Online Shopping Could Become More Widespread in the Future

13:17, 02 Apr. 2020

Romanians have gained more confidence in online shopping amid restrictions imposed to limit the spread of Covid-19 and this behavior could become habitual for a larger chunk of the population in the future, said Laurenţiu Duica, Partner & Head of Industrial Agency at Colliers International.

The Romanian Government considers quitting physicians to lose their right to practice the profession

12:52, 02 Apr. 2020

The Government plans to ban the free practice and extend the notice period for resigning doctors. The announcement has been made by prime minister Ludovic Orban. Dozens of doctors have recently resigned, amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

Tăriceanu: I think the ruling officials do not tell the whole truth about the crisis we are in

13:38, 01 Apr. 2020

ALDE leader Călin Popescu Tăriceanu believes that the governors do not tell the whole truth about the crisis we are in and ask them to be honest with the Romanians. For his part, PMP leader Eugen Tomac called for the creation of a portal with real-time information on the coronavirus outbreak.

Three more deaths in patients infected with Covid-19. The death toll reaches 85

13:27, 01 Apr. 2020

The Strategic Communication Group announced three new deaths in Romania in patients confirmed with the new coronavirus on Wednesday. These are patients between the ages of 45 and 82, from Bucharest and Timiş. The total number of deaths registered in Romania reaches 85.