Romania is the guest of honor at the 14th edition of the "Le livre sur les quais" festival, which takes place in Morges, Switzerland, from September 1-3, under the presidency of the French writer Marie-Helene Lafon, the participation of Romanian writers being supported by the Romanian Cultural Institute (ICR), through the International Relations Directorate, ICR informs, in a statement sent on Tuesday.Romanian writers Gabriela Adamesteanu, Raluca Antonescu, Radu Bata, Ramona Badescu, Cristian Fulas, Dana Grigorcea, Radu Ioanid, Marius Daniel Popescu, Simona Sora and Ion Vianu and translators Florica Courriol and Jean-Louis Courriol are the protagonists of an extensive program of events with a focus on Romanian literature, organized in partnership with the Romanian Cultural Institute."The partnership between the ICR and the 'Le livre sur les quais' festival has the role of highlighting Romanian culture and its creators, through the status of Romania as a guest of honor, on the occasion of the three-decade anniversary of Romania's accession as a full member to the International Organization of La Francophonie and the 20th anniversary of the establishment of the Romanian Cultural Institute. It is an excellent opportunity to promote Romanian writers and their works in a geographical space where the ICR has no representation, but which is part of a joint linguistic and cultural universe," declared Liviu Jicman, chairman of the Romanian Cultural Institute, quoted in the mentioned press release.
The Constitutional Court unanimously validated on Friday, May 9, the results of the first round of the presidential elections. It also rejected as unfounded a request to annul the elections filed by Sebastian-Constantin Popescu, the presidential candidate of the New Romania Party, it announced. The runoff, set for May 18, will see ultranationalist leader George […]
Bucharest's culinary scene welcomes back OLEA, the JW Marriott Bucharest Grand Hotel's celebrated Mediterranean destination, now reimagined with a fresh concept that blends authentic coastal flavours with contemporary sophistication. Following an extensive transformation, OLEA reopens its doors to offer guests a refined journey through the Mediterranean's sun-drenched culinary traditions, right in the heart of Romania's […]
The far-right presidential candidate George Simion, who won the first round of the presidential elections with over 40% of the votes, said during a debate on Thursday, May 8, that Romania should copy many state policies enacted by Hungarian prime minister Viktor Orban. Simion stated during the Euronews debate that all ethnic Hungarians "must understand […]
A landmark exhibition of works by the iconic photographer and war correspondent Lee Miller has opened at The King’s House in Viscri, in central Romania’s Brașov county. Titled Lee Miller’s Romania, the exhibition is billed as “the most extensive presentation of her work ever held in the country.” Miller, the war photographer and muse of […]
Boracay’s white sandy beaches and stunning sunsets make it a top destination for travelers of all ages, including seniors looking for a relaxing getaway. While the island is known for its vibrant nightlife and water activities, it also offers many accommodations tailored to older visitors. Senior-friendly hotels in Boracay prioritize comfort, accessibility, and convenience, ensuring […]
AmCham Romania, the business association gathering 600 American, international, and Romanian companies, has called for "responsibility and dialogue, essential to prevent an irreversible decline in investor confidence in Romania." The call comes "in the context of economic turbulence built up over the years and amplified to a worrying level by the prolonged electoral period." "Romania's […]
