Prime Minister Nicolae Ciuca and Gallina A. Vincelette, the World Bank's Country Director for the European Union, have agreed to further talks between the government and the World Bank on issues of major interest to our country, such as education and health, energy, measures for the integration of refugees, relocation of companies from the areas affected by the conflict.According to a Government press release, during the meeting with the WB Director for the EU at Victoria Palace of Government, the Prime Minister underlined the need to address in an integrated way the financial instruments available to Romania during this period, as well as the need to coordinate efforts with European and international institutions."We are committed to implementing the necessary reforms for our citizens and our economy, using the available financial resources. Our government program grants special attention to recovering development gaps between regions. In this regard, we use public resources, but we also encourage private investors to invest in areas that have a strong development potential," Ciuca stated.At the same time, the head of the Executive presented the Government's plan for achieving energy independence, through the development of renewable energy production capacities or through nuclear reactors, as well as the diversification of gas exploitation or transportation capacities.With regard to food security, the Prime Minister pointed out that Romania is among the European countries with an agricultural production with the potential to cover other markets as well."In this regard, the Government will launch a program to develop the capacity to process and store agricultural products, in order to generate added value and be able to offer solutions to other countries as well," reads the release.In its turn, the World Bank delegation expressed its readiness to come to the aid of Romania with expertise, specialists and financing programs.
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Romanian justice minister Radu Marinescu said on Thursday, July 31, that harsher penalties are being considered for violence against women and domestic violence, including the criminalization of femicide. The minister said that Romania currently has legislation that is fairly adequate, in line with European standards, for combating violence, including domestic violence. He also said that […]
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Former prime minister and Social Democratic leader Marcel Ciolacu stated that he does not rule out a candidacy for the presidency of the Buzău County Council, after rumors to that end. PSD Buzău president Romeo Lungu had previously told journalists that discussions are underway for the former prime minister to run for the Buzău County […]
The Balneo-Physiotherapy Clinic in the Călimănești resort town, southern Romania, will undergo rehabilitation with a EUR 10 million financing from the European Union, according to representatives of the Vâlcea County Council. The project implementation period will be 24 months from the completion of the tender for the execution of the works, which include, in addition […]
Bringo, the first personal shopper-based rapid grocery delivery service in Romania, handling over 4,000 daily orders in more than 35 cities, launches a loyalty program that turns shopping into a continuous reward experience. "Beyond functional benefits like discounts, free delivery, or double refunds for SGR packaging collected right at your doorstep, Bringo YOU offers a […]
