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Romania Worried EU Payments Could Be Suspended
New payments may be blocked as Bucharest continues to have problems absorbing European Union funds.
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Euro Crisis Sapping Balkan Recovery, EBRD Warns
European Bank for Reconstruction and Development report predicts that eurozone crisis will buffet Balkan economies, slowing growth in 2012.
Romania Hopes to Reap Windfall From Football Final
Country hopes to earn around 20 million euro from Spanish fans watching the Europa League football final in the capital.
Romania to Sell Copper Mine
Bucharest is to sell Romania's biggest copper mine in an 60.3 million euro transaction.
EBRD Commits New Investment to Romania
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, EBRD, on Tuesday announced it is ready to invest up to €500 million annually in Romania.
Romania Set to Liberalise Electricity Prices
Bucharest is to take steps towards deregulating the electricity market, as agreed with the International Monetary Fund
Black Sea Gas Finds Boost Romania's Energy Prospects
Major discovery of gas reserves in Black Sea gives Romania hope of becoming fully self-sufficient in energy.
FT Credits Balkan Cities as Cost Effective
Cities in the Balkans may score badly in some fields, but they score highly when it comes to labour costs.
Romanian Inflation Falls to Historic Low
Monthly inflation in Romania fell in January to levels not seen in decades, but concerns remain over the country’s overall chance of economic recovery.
Romania Ups Inflation Forecast to 3.2%
Romania's Central Bank has increased its inflation forecast for this year, though at well below 4 per cent, the rate is not seen as especially worrying.
Winter Freeze Forces Up Romania's Gas Bill
As gas consumption in soars in sub-zero temperatures, experts say the country will have to fork out for pricey imports from Russia.
Serbia, Bosnia Rank Low on Economic Freedom Index
Serbia and Bosnia rank lowest among Balkan countries in economic freedom survey.
Romania Aims To Attract More Skiers
Following a major upgrade of its main ski area, Bucharest will extend its ski season to four months a year.
Romania Energy Companies Merged Ahead of Sale
Merger of important energy companies in Romania opens the way for the privatisation of the new giant in 2012.
Nokia to Close Plant in Romania Early
The telecommunications giant is to close down its unit in Romania at the end of this month instead of at the end of the year.
Romania to Shed More Civil Service Jobs
Bucharest is to continue layoffs in the public sector next year, axing another 300,000 jobs.
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Eurozone Crisis Hits Romania’s Embattled Middle Class
Uncertainty about the future of the single currency makes many Romanians concerned for their financial future.
Romania Dreams of Highways to the Future
Romania Plays Nature Card to Attract Tourists
Romanians Seem Doubtful That Austerity Has Paid Off
Turkey’s Balkan Shopping Spree
Bridge Delays Keep Danube Ports in Suspense
Romanians Protest Over ‘Unsustainable’ Pensions Reforms
Battle to Cut Deficit Leaves Romanians Feeling Bruised
Politics and Society
Bulgarian Minister Vows Help for Quake-Hit Areas
Bulgarian Finance Minister Simeon Djankov has promised that financial assistance will be made available for people whose homes were damaged by the strong earthquake that hit western Bulgaria early on Tuesday morning.
Bulgarian Authorities Say Quake Situation under Control
Dutch to Decide on Bulgaria's Schengen Entry in July
Bulgarians Protest Against Smoking Ban
Montenegrin Media Most Free in Balkans, Report Says
Culture and Lifestyle
Romanians Gear Up For Museums Night
Museums and cultural institutions across Romania will be opening their doors all night on Saturday and revealing their treasures.
Montenegrin Media Most Free in Balkans, Report Says
Romanians Revel in Rich Easter Traditions
Britain's Prince Harry Samples Village Life in Transylvania
Amos Oz to Present His Work in Bucharest
