Former President Spoke About Tensions In The Region
Former president Traian Basescu spoke on public television about Elena Udrea’s legal troubles, his achievements in the two terms as president and the tense situation in the region.
Basescu said Romania cannot get involved in Ukraine’s situation, which is very risky.
“Romania doesn’t need to share a border with Russia. Ukraine must keep its territory,” said Basescu, adding he does not think Romania is at risk of attack by Russia, as it is a NATO member. (Adevarul)
Liberals To Call For Tariceanu’s Dismissal As Senate Chairman
Calin Popescu Tariceanu’s days as Senate chairman are numbered, say liberals, who plan to submit a petition to have him dismissed as early as this week, said Liberal Party spokesman Ionut Stroe.
Liberals announced last week they were collecting signatures among senators to dismiss Tariceanu. (Puterea)
Complex Services And Products With Added Value Post Biggest Growth Rates
Complex services and the manufacturing of products with added value had considerable growth rates last year. Residential developments also posted significant growth compared to previous years.
A ranking drawn up by newspaper Adevarul based on statistics shows quality-oriented services and industry posted the highest growth.
Also, following several years of decline, the construction sector, both residential and non-residential, has grown by more than 10%, while retail grew by more than 7.5%. (Adevarul)
This Year’s Clunkers Program Could Start After March 15
This year’s car park renewal program could start after mid-March and the guidelines to the program will be up for public consultation starting Monday, February 16, for ten days.
“The program’s financing comes from the Environmental Fund’s budget and I hope the government approves it in its next Cabinet meeting,” said Environment Minister Gratiela Gavrilescu.
She added this year’s budget for the clunkers program amount to RON200 million, 33% higher than in 2014. (Puterea)
Over Half Of Calls To Emergency Services Are Pranks Or Abusive
Some people in Galati county treat the ambulance as a taxi service, others call the fire department to put out their neighbors’ barbecues. The number of fake calls to the emergency number 112 remains high, at 64%.
There are still numerous cases in which people call the ambulance, police or fire departments for fun or to pull pranks, but also situations in which false alarms arise because people are not familiar with the system. (Romania Libera)