Social/Politics
Romanian Medicine Graduates Who Fail Intern Exam Will Have Limited Duties - Draft
Romanian medical school graduates who failed the medical internship exam will be allowed into the system with limited duties, according to a draft order by the Health Ministry.
Opposition Challenges Law Capping Teachers’ Wages, Social Dialog Code At Constitutional Court
Romanian opposition social democrats and liberals challenged the constitutionality of both the law capping teachers’ salaries in 2011 and the Social Dialog Code.
Union Leader Marius Petcu Indicted For Corruption
Romanian National Anticorruption Department prosecutors on Thursday indicted union leader Marius Petcu, who was caught rapid taking EUR40,000 in bribes.
Prime Minister Emil Boc Appointed Acting Labor Minister
Romanian President Traian Basescu on Thursday signed the decrees acknowledging Ioan Botis' resignation and appointing Prime Minister Emil Boc acting Labor Minister.
GfK: Romanians Concerned Over More Price Increases
Romanian consumers estimate further price increases in the coming period, due to possible higher taxes and charges, a survey from market researcher GfK showed Thursday.
About 25% Of Romanian Hotels Should Be Closed Down - Tourism Ministry Official
Over 500 hotels in Romania, or about 25% of total units, should be closed down due to poor comfort conditions, Paul Marasoiu, director of the Tourism Department within the Tourism Ministry,...
Romania Amends Law On Public-Private Partnership - Sources
The Romanian Government amended the law on public-private partnerships (PPP), after the European Commission warned Romanian authorities that the normative act breaches EU legislation, people...
Mihai Necolaiciuc Brought To Romania To Stand Trial
Romanian Mihai Necolaiciuc, wanted for embezzlement, was brought to Romania from the United States under police escort on Wednesday.
EU Authorizes Romanian RON1.3B Aid Scheme For Farmers
The European Commission on Wednesday has authorized a Romanian state aid scheme with a budget of 1.3 billion lei (EUR1=RON4.0858) which aims to support farmers who face difficulties due to t...