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Despite drop, unemployment remains a problem for some

The rate of unemployment in both Bulgaria and Romania was lower than the EU average in 2007, while in other Balkan nations it is still soaring and could force more young people to leave their homes in search of job opportunities.
[in SETimes news - Romania (en)]

Romanian court says "happy news" bill is unconstitutional

Romania's constitutional court quashes a bill under which at least 50% of the items on domestic broadcasters' newscasts must be "positive".
[in SETimes news - Romania (en)]

EU to criticise Romania for lack of progress in fighting corruption

BUCHAREST, Romania -- A European Commission (EC) report to be published on Wednesday (July 23rd) will suggest delaying Romania's accession to the Sch...
[in SETimes news - Romania (en)]

Romania's fight against corruption has regressed, report warns

A newly released report from a European Commission justice expert warns that Romania's struggle against corruption may slump to its 2003 level.
[in SETimes news - Romania (en)]

Former Romanian President Iliescu to leave parliament

BUCHAREST, Romania -- Former President and former Social Democratic Party (PSD) leader Ion Iliescu announced on Thursday (July 17th) that he will not...
[in SETimes news - Romania (en)]

Business: Greek National Tourism Organisation office opens in Bucharest

The Greek National Tourist Organisation opens an office in Bucharest. Also in the news this week: Croatia's FDI is 50% down from the same period last year, and Austria's leading electricity provider and a Turkish counterpart will build power plants in Turkey.
[in SETimes news - Romania (en)]

EU may sanction Bulgaria over graft

BRUSSELS, Belgium -- The European Commission (EC) is expected to impose financial sanctions on Bulgaria for failing to curb corruption and to warn So...
[in SETimes news - Romania (en)]

Romania's PSD and PC form coalition for November elections

BUCHAREST, Romania -- The Socialist Democratic Party and the Conservative Party formed a coalition on Friday (July 11th) to take part in the parliame...
[in SETimes news - Romania (en)]

Romania to apply new transit visa policy

BUCHAREST, Romania -- Romania will enforce a new policy on transit visas starting Friday (July 11th), the Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced. Auth...
[in SETimes news - Romania (en)]

Top military leaders pledge cooperation for Balkan stability

Defence chiefs of nine Balkan countries agreed to boost military co-operation.
[in SETimes news - Romania (en)]