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Romania Pledges to Ease Moldova's Path to Europe
Bucharest is offering to pull its impoverished neighbour closer towards the European Union – but analysts warn that imminent progress in that direction remains unlikely.
Romania Still Haunted by its 'Stolen Revolution'
Our BIRN correspondent recalls the stirring events of 20 years ago, which toppled a hated regime but which now leave many people feeling ambivalent.
Basescu Win Fails to End Romania's Uncertainty
President’s razor-thin victory margin is not likely to bring Romania the stability it needs to undertake painful, necessary reforms.
Political Crisis Deepens Economic Woes
Austerity measures are crucial if the country is to weather the economic crisis. But there is no government to act.
Romania Coalition Collapse Hits Economic Recovery Hopes
A Requiem for the Romanian Language on the Pop Charts
Andrew Kerr laments the increasing use of English by Romanian Pop Stars.
Cold Reception in Romania for Roma Fleeing Belfast
Lessons for the Balkans from Belfast
Global Recession Hitting East and Central Europe Hard
Street Riots Expose Yawning Gulf in Moldova
Protests reveal depth of alienation from pro-Russian regime on the part of those yearning for integration with the West.
Romanians Row Over Plan to Decriminalise Incest
The Orthodox Church leads public opposition to proposals to exempt consenting adults from prosecution for incest.
On The Raven King's Trail in Transylvania
Marcus Tanner explores the land that gave birth to one of Europe's greatest monarchs, Mattthias Corvinus, whose memory lives on throughout his former domains.
Romania Miners Remain in Dark about Future
While prospects look bright for coal workers in Bulgaria, the fate of their once powerful counterparts in Romania is more uncertain.
Power struggle: Meeting Global Energy Challenges in Balkans
Read the articles by the ten journalists selected from Southeast Europe to participate in the 2008 programme of the Balkan Fellowship for Journalistic Excellence here.
Lacklustre Election Fuels Romanian Disenchantment
A revamped electoral system brought expectations of change but the November 30 polls show Romanians are stuck with the same old politicians.
