Romania could start importing liquefied natural gas (LNG) from Israel via Egypt in order to reduce its dependence on Russian gas, Romania's energy ministry said on Wednesday. "This morning we had a very good dialogue with the representatives of NewMed Energy, a Delek group company, which exploits the largest offshore gas field in Israel. We told them that we were interested in diversifying our supply sources and that we could import LNG from Israel via Egypt. We must seize all the opportunities to strengthen Romania's energy security," Romanian energy minister Virgil Popescu said in a press release. Delek Drilling changed its name to NewMed Energy earlier this year, and announced a strategic restructuring, deepening of the operating areas into alternative energy segments, including production of hydrogen, promotion of carbon capture and storage, and investment in renewable energy, as well as exploration for natural gas in new areas. Virgil Popescu and a delegation comprising CEOs of Romanian nuclear power plant operator Nuclearelectrica, hydropower producer Hidroelectrica and natural gas producer Romgaz visited Israel this week in order to secure cooperation in the energy sector. Popescu said in a post on social media on Wednesday that he also met with his Israeli counterpart Karine Elharrar, who said that Israel is determined to support Europe's efforts to reduce its dependence on Russian gas. The Romanian delegation also held talks with representatives of Israel's largest power supplier - Israel Electric Corporation, and renewable energy projects developer Doral-Energy. Earlier this month, Popescu said during a talk-show on local broadcaster Profit TV that Romania covers up to 28% of its natural gas needs with imports, most of them from Russia.
On November 20th, 2025, the Bucharest Stock Exchange (BVB) celebrated 30 years since its reopening, organizing a series of anniversary events along with various representatives of the Romanian capital market. Three decades ago, the first transactions took place on the BVB, and the Romanian investment landscape as we know it today began to take shape. […]
With the holidays just around the corner, we’ve created the new Collection of Boromir Infused Cozonac with natural vanilla syrup and pistachio. Unique, slightly moist, and richly filled, our latest assortments of Boromir Infused Cozonac make every festive moment with your loved ones even more special. Each bite melts in your mouth, bringing warmth, comfort, […]
Romanian airline AnimaWings announced on Friday, November 21, that starting in 2026, it will operate five new air routes from Timișoara International Airport, serving holiday destinations in Italy and Greece. The new connections include Athens (ATH), Olbia – Sardinia (OLB), Kefalonia (EFL), Thessaloniki (SKG), and Kavala (KVA). “We want Timișoara to become a reference point […]
President Nicușor Dan promulgated a law establishing October 29 as Queen Marie Day, following the bill’s adoption by the Chamber of Deputies on October 28, news agency Agerpres reported. The new law designates the date as a day dedicated to commemorating the life and historical contribution of Queen Marie of Romania. On October 29, public […]
Horaţiu Potra, the mercenary leader with alleged ties to Russia who previously fled Romania, was placed under preventive arrest for 30 days after his extradition from Dubai. He is investigated for attempted actions against the constitutional order, violation of the regime of weapons and ammunition, and violation of the regime of explosive materials. The same preventive […]
Nicușor Dan is the political figure in whom Bucharest residents have the most trust, according to a survey by INSCOP Research. The former mayor, now head of state, is followed by prime minister Ilie Bolojan. More precisely, 44.2% of the total sample state that they have quite a lot or very much trust in Nicușor […]
