4,787,920 pensioners were registered in December 2022 in Romania and the average pension was 1,739 lei, according to data centralized by the National Public Pension House (CNPP). Of them, 694,843 who had worked in agriculture, had an average pension of 506 lei. Of the total number of pensioners in the public pension system, those who retired at age limit were 3,823,804 persons, of whom 2,200,689 women, while the average pension was 1,937 lei. 7,699 people received early pensions in December 2022 (2,470 lei average pension), 91,564 persons received partial early pensions (1,796 lei average pension) and invalidity pensions went to 398,983 people (781 lei average pension), of whom 44,794 persons for 1st degree invalidity (671 lei average pension). During the same month, survivor pensions were granted to 465,724 persons (908 lei average pension), while 146 pensioners received social aid (421 lei average pension).
Ion Iliescu, Romania’s first president after the fall of communism in December 1989 and one of the country’s most influential and controversial political figures, died on Tuesday, August 5, at the age of 95. His death was announced by the government, which expressed condolences to his family and stated that details regarding the state funeral […]
A large medieval cemetery was discovered this week at the Hasdeu High School in Lugoj, western Romania. The complex may have extensions into the surrounding yards and a high historical importance. Although the excavations are only just beginning, with an estimated 10% of the necessary work completed so far, the discoveries have already showed promise. […]
A trilateral working meeting for the creation of a regional cybersecurity alliance between Romania, the Republic of Moldova, and Ukraine took place on July 30 in Chernivtsi, Ukraine. The establishment of such a union would boost Romania's role in region. "The National Cybersecurity Directorate considers that the initiative to establish a cybersecurity coalition between Romania, […]
Two Dacian gold bracelets from the collection of the National History Museum of Romania (MNIR) have been recently 3D scanned as part of a digital preservation project highlighting these exceptional archaeological pieces. The initiative, launched by the museum, aims to showcase the artistry and cultural significance of Dacian goldsmithing. Crafted with remarkable skill, the spiral-shaped […]
Arad, a city in western Romania dubbed the “Little Vienna,” will organize a celebration of its history and culture in the Austrian capital, between August 8 and 20. The Days of Arad Culture begin on August 8 with the photo exhibition "Arad of Yesterday and Today," which will highlight the architectural connection of the city […]
In a report published on Tuesday, August 5, the Group of States against Corruption, or GRECO, said that Romania has fully implemented two of the 26 recommendations made in the 2023 Fifth Round Evaluation Report on preventing corruption and promoting integrity among top executive functions of the central government and law enforcement. Out of the […]
