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Moldovan President Says Serbians, Romanian Security Agents Behind Violent Protests In Chisinau

Nine Serbians and agents of security services in Romania staged the violent protests of April 7 in the Moldovan capital of Chisinau, Moldovan president Vladimir Voronin said in an interview for Spanish paper El Pais, published in its online edition Monday.

Moldova Says Cyber Attack On Presidency Computers Comes From Romania

The Special Telecommunications Center in Moldova has identified two electronic attacks against the presidency computers, one of which involved an IP address in neighboring Romania, the Center said in a statement Saturday.

France Reassures Romania Of EU’s Support Over Moldovan Situation

The European Union, and France in particular, wish to reassure Romania of their support over the situation in neighboring Republic of Moldova, spokesman of the French Foreign Minister Bernard Kouchner said in a press conference Friday.

Romanian Govt OKs Budget Revision, Lump Sum Tax And Wage Bonus Cap

Romanian government on Saturday approved the first budget revision of the year, the introduction of the lump sum tax, as well as an act limiting salary bonuses in the public sector.

Boloni: E o onoare să fii dorit antrenor al ţării tale, dar acest subiect nu este de actualitate

Tehnicianul Ladislau Boloni a declarat că se simte onorat să fie dorit în funcţia de selecţioner al României, după ce antrenorului Victor Piţurcă i s-a propus rezilierea contractului, dar că acest subiect nu este de actualitate pentru el, pentru moment, informează FootGoal.net

EU Calls On Moldova To Resume Normal Relations With Romania

The European Union on Thursday called on Moldovan authorities to resume normal relations with Romania, a EU member since 2007, and to respect all constitutional freedoms.

Moldovan Protests Spark Sovereignty Worries In Transdniester – Media

The role played by “the Romanian factor” in the Moldovan protests, announced by Moldovan president Vladimir Voronin, determined breakaway region Transdniester to demand guarantees regarding its own sovereignty, according to Russian media.

Two Romanian Journalists Expelled From Moldova

A reporter and a camera operator of Romanian TV station Antena 3 were expelled from the Republic of Moldova Wednesday night after they had reached the airport in Chisinau and were told they required a visa.

Moldova Said To Expel Three Romanian Journalists

The Republic of Moldova will expel three Romanian journalists in the upcoming days after Moldovan authorities accused Romania of being behind the anticommunist riots of the past days and decided to reintroduce visas for Romanians, RIA Novosti reported online.

Romanian FM Deems Moldova’s Accusations Unacceptable, Visa Plans Aberrant

The Romanian Foreign Ministry considers it is unacceptable that Moldovan communist authorities are trying to blame Romania and Romanians for their internal affairs, the ministry said in a statement.

Naţionala României, pe locul 28 în clasamentul FIFA

Echipa naţională de fotbal a României a coborât opt locuri şi se află pe poziţia 28, cu 729 de puncte, în clasamentul FIFA-Coca Cola pe luna martie, dat publicităţii, miercuri, de site-ul oficial al forului mondial.

Moldova Reintroduces Visas For Romania, Romanian Ambassador Declared Persona Non Grata – Press

Moldovan President Vladimir Voronin declared Romania’s ambassador to Chisinau persona non grata Wednesday, RIA Novosti reported online.

Moldovan Ambassador To Romania, Called For Discussions In Chisinau

The Moldovan Ambassador to Romania, Lidia Gutu, has been summoned to Chisinau for discussions on Tuesday’s riots, the Moldovan Minister for Foreign Affairs and European Integration (MAEIE) announced, cited by BASA press.

Romania To Experience Difficult Econ Recession, Should Avoid Collapse – Moody’s

Moody's expects Romania to experience a difficult recession in 2009, but the economy should avoid a major collapse due to relatively low private sector debt and less reliance on foreign trade.

Romania Joins EU In Calling For Violence Stop In Moldova

Romania voiced support for EU foreign policy chief Javier Solana’s stance on the situation in Moldova, urging both authorities and protesters to refrain from violence and provocation, Romanian Foreign Ministry said in a statement Tuesday.

Romania To Adopt Euro In 2014, Sooner If Possible – PM

Romania will adopt euro by 2014, the established deadline, but it might also happen sooner if possible, Prime Minister Emil Boc said Tuesday, commenting on the International Monetary Fund's report on euro adoption presented Monday by Financial Times.

Young Moldovans To Protest In Romania

Several Moldovan students studying in Romania will protest Tuesday as a sign of solidarity with anticommunist protesters involved in ample street riots in the Moldovan capital of Chisinau.

Romania’s Gymnasts Reached Their Goals In Milan

The president of the Romanian Gymnastics Federation, Adrian Stoica, told MEDIAFAX Sunday that the Romanian athletes have achieved their objectives for the European Championships in Milan, but added this contest came too soon after the Beijing Olympics.

Hundreds Of Students Vote In Bucharest For Moldovan Parliament Elections

Hundreds of Moldovan students left Saturday night for Bucharest in order to vote in the Moldovan Republic Parliament elections held Sunday.

IMF Imposes Quarterly Performance Criteria For Romanian Budget – Sources

The budget deficit negotiated by Romania with the IMF is set for this year at RON24.36 billion, with quarterly targets, set considering annual budget revenues, without external non-reimbursable sums, of RON166.72 billion and primary spending of RON182.72 billion.

Romania’s Objectives Achieved In NATO Summit

Romanian president Traian Basescu said Saturday that the objectives of the Romanian side in the NATO Summit were “achieved in maximal parameters”, and the efforts made by the Presidency, the Ministry of National Defense and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs were extremely important for Romania.

Romania Could Further Presence In Afghanistan

Romanian president Traian Basescu said Saturday at the end of the NATO Summit that Romania does not rule out continuing its presence in Afghanistan, with increased amounts of units for the training of the Afghan army, police units and medical units.

Romania Loses 1-2 Against Austria In World Cup 2010 Qualifier

Romania’s national football team lost 1 to 2 against Austria, Wednesday, in a World Cup qualifying match.

Fincl Crisis Delays Germany’s Obi Expansion Plan In Romania

Do-it-yourself operator Obi may open its next Romanian unit this fall or even in the spring of 2010, the company’s general manager Romano Quinzi said Wednesday, adding the retailer cannot keep the prior-announced expansion plan due to the economic crisis.

IMF To Reply To Romania’s Letter Of Intent Next Wk – Sources

The International Monetary Fund informed the Government it will send early next week a reply to Romania's letter of intent on closing a financing agreement, sources close to the matter told MEDIAFAX Wednesday.

Romanian Econ Min Aims Getting EUR2.5B From Greenhouse Gas Emissions Trades

Romanian Economy Ministry drew up a government decision draft by which it plans to manage trades with greenhouse gas emissions certificates, which might bring between EUR1.25 billion and EUR2.5 billion to the state budget.

IMF To Reply To Romania’s Letter Of Intent Next Wk – Sources

The International Monetary Fund informed the Government it will send early next week a reply to Romania's letter of intent on closing a financing agreement, sources close to the matter told MEDIAFAX Wednesday.

Sinéad O’Connor To Sing In Bucharest On Jun 11

Irish singer Sinéad O'Connor, one of the most controversial stars of the '90s, will come to Bucharest to hold a concert at Arenele Romane, on June 11, concert organizer Events announced.

Romanian, Moldovan Officials Argue Over Border Crossing Ban Legality

Romanian foreign affairs minister Cristian Diaconescu said that the Republic of Moldova launched unfounded accusations against an UE member state, thus showing it has understood nothing of what an European level policy entails.

Merril Lynch Sees Romanian Economy Contracting 3.4% In ’09, 3.1% In 2010

Merrill Lynch revised downwards its forecast on Romania’s GDP contraction in 2009 to 3.4% from the previous 1.5%, but changed upwards the predictions for 2010 to a 3.1% economic contraction from the 5% previously estimated, due to the possible fiscal-adjustment driven by the IMF agreement.

Fitch: Romanian Banks Face Pressure On Exchange Rate

The ongoing global financial crisis has exposed Romanian banks to increased risks, through mounting pressure on the exchange rate in an operating environment dominated by foreign banks, Fitch Ratings said in a special report Monday.

WB Recommends Romania To Raise Retirement Age Above 70 By 2050

The World Bank recommends Romania to raise the minimum retirement age over the 70 years old ceiling until 2050 and to keep the taxes at levels corresponding with the current retirement age in order to restore the fiscal balance in the country’s pension system that would register huge gaps.

Romania Lost 2-3 To Serbia In FIFA World Cup Qualifying Match

Romania’s national soccer team suffered its second defeat in the 2010 FIFA World Cup qualifying Group 7, after losing 2-3 on home turf to Serbia’s team Saturday evening.

Băsescu: Aş vrea ca Tadici să plece supărat, iar eu vesel (Video)

Preşedintele Traian Băsescu a declarat, vineri, că speră ca România să învingă Serbia la diferenţă de un gol, iar omologul său sârb Boris Tadici a spus, referindu-se la faptul că România nu a fost învinsă niciodată la Constanţa, că tradiţiile există ca să fie încălcate uneori.

Romanian President Wants Tadic To Leave Romania-Serbia Match Upset

Romanian President Traian Basescu said Friday he hopes Romania beats Serbia in Saturday’s football match in the southeastern Romanian city of Constanta, while Serbian President Boris Tadic said traditions can sometimes be broken, referring to the fact that Romania has never lost a match in Constanta.

IMF To Ask Main Bks Operating In Romania To Keep Funds In The Country

The International Monetary Fund mission to Bucharest will meet Thursday in Vienna the main foreign banks operating in Romania, to ask them to keep funds in the country and for a capital "buffer."

Romania Agrees EUR12.95B 2-Yr IMF Standby Loan, Total Package At EUR19.95B

Romania agreed Wednesday with the International Monetary Fund an economic program supported by a EUR12.95 billion (about US$17.51 billion) loan under a two-year Stand-By Arrangement, IMF said in a statement.

Romania’s Agreement With IMF, EC To Be Announced This Week – EU Commissioner

Joaquin Almunia, E.U. Commissioner for Economic and Monetary Affairs, said Sunday in Brussels that the financial agreement between Romania and the International Monetary Fund and the E.U could be announced this week.

Romanian Tourism Pack Prices Range From EUR90 To EUR1,500

Tourism agencies presented, in the Romanian Tourism Fair, their offers for Easter and the summer season, through which tourists can buy packs at prices ranging between EUR90 and EUR1500.

Moody’s Affirms Romania At Baa3, With Stable Outlook

Moody's Investors Service affirmed Friday the Baa3 local and foreign currency ratings of the Romanian government, with a stable outlook, citing the moderated public debt burden, though it expects Romanian economy to contract in 2009.