Romanian Newspaper Sales Plunge
Bucharest | 08 September 2010The circulation of Romanian daily newspapers has suffered a dramatic fall as the country struggles with the economic downturn and more people turn to the internet and mobile devices for news, according to a survey.
Romania Press Review – September 8, 2010
Bucharest | 08 September 2010Here are the top stories in Romania’s main newspapers. Balkan Insight has not verified the reports and cannot vouch for their accuracy.
Romania Facing IMF Cash Decision
Bucharest | 07 September 2010Romania should decide by the end of next month whether to extend an existing loan from the International Monetary Fund or apply for emergency funding, President Traian Basescu has said.
Romania: New Government Same Old Problems
Bucharest | 07 September 2010
Recent changes in the Romanian government are more about turmoil within the governing party than any impetus to reform and revitalise the economy.
Battle to Cut Deficit Leaves Romanians Feeling Bruised
Bucharest | 14 July 2010
Sharp cuts in public sector pay and an equally sharp hike in VAT are leaving many Romanians increasingly indebted and depressed about their prospects.
Spectre of Greek-style Crisis Haunts Romania
Bucharest | 10 June 2010
Coalition government faces substantial opposition to its plans to make drastic spending cuts. But while the opposition calls them ‘genocidal’, officials say they have no option.
Romania Still Haunted by its ‘Stolen Revolution’
By Marian Chiriac21 December 2009 Our BIRN correspondent recalls the stirring events of 20 years ago, which toppled a hated regime but which now leave many people feeling ambivalent.
Doctors and Nurses 'Deserting Bulgaria'
Boryana Dzhambazova08 September 2010
An increasing number of doctors and nurses are leaving Bulgaria to seek better jobs abroad, local observers have said.







