On 31 August 2021, the National Bank of Romania’s foreign exchange reserves stood at EUR 41,616 million, compared to EUR 39,008 million on 31 July 2021. During the month, the following flows were recorded: EUR 3,343 million worth of inflows representing: changes in credit institutions’ foreign currency-denominated required reserves with the NBR; inflows into the Ministry of Finance’s accounts; the crediting of Romania’s SDR account following the IMF’s new general allocation (with the quota of SDR 1,736 million, equivalent to approximately EUR 2,100 million) on 23 August 2021; inflows into the European Commission’s account and other; EUR 735 million worth of outflows representing: changes in credit institutions’ foreign currency-denominated required reserves with the NBR; interest payments and principal repayments on foreign currency public debt and other. The gold stock remained steady at 103.6 tonnes. However, following the change in the international price of gold, its value amounted to EUR 5,114 million. On 31 August 2021, Romania’s international reserves (foreign currencies and gold) stood at EUR 46,730 million, compared to EUR 44,130 million on 31 July 2021. During September 2021, the payments due on the foreign currency-denominated public and publicly guaranteed debt amount to approximately EUR 74 million.
Authorities in Romania have begun imposing fines for owners of bicycles and electric scooters who do not take out mandatory motor third-party liability insurance (RCA). The new rules have been applicable since November 13, but the Romanian Parliament granted a 30-day grace period until the application of sanctions, according to...
Art Safari will relocate to Amzei Square in central Bucharest in 2026, where it will operate under a new format titled Art Safari New Museum, following more than a decade of pop-up exhibitions hosted in historic buildings across the capital. After 12 years, 17 editions, and more than 1 million visitors, the exhibition platform will […]
In Romania, Christmas is more than holiday markets, decorated trees, and wrapped gifts. It's a season filled with old customs, lively rituals, and dishes that bring families together. One of the most popular Christmas traditions is caroling. Although traditions vary depending on the area, the ritual of going from house to house and singing carols […]
President Nicușor Dan said the “rule of law is not negotiable” and stressed that serious problems affecting the justice system can be resolved, as public concern grows following allegations of corruption highlighted in a recent investigative documentary by Recorder titled “Captured Judiciary.” People
Romanian authorities have reportedly confirmed an increase in “super flu” cases in December after the virus caused unprecedented problems in other European countries. In total, over 3,000 flu cases were reported in Romania in just the first week of December, double the number recorded in the previous week (1,504), Euronews Romania reported. The virus is […]
This autumn, a mature linden tree on the campus of the British School of Bucharest (BSB) was relocated to a new position within the school grounds to make space for the development of new sports facilities. The operation, supervised by two UK specialists from Ruskins Trees & Soil Biology Ltd, represents the first such relocation […]
