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The two recent drone incidents in Romania have once again highlighted a growing reality: while the Russia – Ukraine war continues to be fought primarily on Ukrainian territory, its security implications are increasingly spilling over into neighboring NATO and EU member states.
Romanian President Nicușor Dan has designated Eugen Tomac, a Member of the European Parliament and former presidential adviser, as prime minister-designate, tasking him with forming a new government within ten days. The nomination, announced on Thursday, comes nearly a month after the collapse of the Bolojan cabinet and reflects Mr
Romania's upper house has approved two emergency ordinances clearing the last legislative hurdles for the country to sign military procurement contracts under the European Union's SAFE programme. The Senate voted on Tuesday to adopt both pieces of legislation, though in amended form. The legislation is required
Romania's parliament has voted to oust the Bolojan government in what is being described as the most decisive no-confidence motion in the country's history. Of the 431 lawmakers present in the 464-seat chamber, 281 backed the motion — brought jointly by the Social Democratic Party (PSD) and
Romania stands to borrow €16.6bn under the EU’s SAFE defence programme — but analysts, generals and the country’s own state arms maker are warning that most of the money will flow abroad. Romania is the second-largest recipient of EU defence loans under the SAFE (Security Action for Europe)
Romania’s governing coalition fractured on Sunday evening when the Social Democratic Party (PSD)voted in an internal referendum to withdraw its political support from Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan.
The EU's €150 billion Security Action for Europe programme was designed to protect the continent's eastern flank. In Romania - its single largest beneficiary - it has instead ignited coalition warfare.
Poland has also been hit by the fuel price shock, to which the government has responded with a price cap. Most countries in the region are attempting to ease the burden on consumers through direct state intervention in pricing.
An overview of Romania’s agricultural sector - one of the more significant in the EU, both in terms of economic contribution and employment.
The Strait of Hormuz is thousands of miles from Budapest or Prague. Yet the crisis unfolding there is already hitting Central European drivers at the pump.
Nicușor Dan said the United States remained a vital strategic partner for Romania’s security.
Romania’s Ministry of Defence has requested a record budget for 2026, seeking 57 billion lei in direct allocations.
Poland’s economic success lies in consistent reforms and smart EU fund use, while Hungary and Romania followed more volatile development paths.
Despite expectations, the EU–Mercosur deal was not signed and stances of CEE countries remain divided.
Administrative interventions are used to curb inflation in numerous CEE countries, with Hungary adopting the most market‑interfering measures.