Romania expected to back suspention of EU’s visa facilitation agreement with Russia
As European defence and foreign ministers gather for informal talks in the Czech capital Prague on Tuesday, Romanian Foreign Minister Bogdan Aurescu is expected to support a decision aimed at barring Russian citizens from entering the EU even for tourist purposes. Agenda at the meeting in Prague also includes an EU response to Russia’s aggression in Ukraine and further support for EU partners such as the neighbouring Republic of Moldova. However, ministers are expected to simply reach a political deal, in principle, to slow the Russian visa process and make it more expensive. Ahead of the gathering, Germany and France argued a visa ban would only alienate the Russian people.
Achievements of Romania’s Transport Ministry after 8 months
More than 260 km of highway and expressway are under contruction with another 131 km of highway under contracts already signed, Romanian Transport Minister Sorin Grindeanu pointed out at a press conference on Monday. Other projects would include 207 km of highway on the so-called Bucharest Ring Road, Valley of River Olt, Transylvania Highway and the future A7 – the Moldova Highway. As far as the railway transport is concerned, a project includes an upgrade of 250 km. railroads. Romania is planning a massive programme of transport infrastructure improvements, including the construction of 1700 km of motorway. A budget of €17 billion has been set for 2021-2027, including billions from the European Union. €118 million was already approved under the Connecting Europe Facility, EU’s grant scheme for transport infrastructure.
Radio Romania’s Gaudeamus Book Fair in Brașov
The holiday edition of Radio Romania’s Gaudeamus Book Fair opens in the central town of Brașov on August 31. The edition between Augusst 31 – September 4 is organised by Radio Romania’s Gaudeamus Team and Radio Romania Brașov FM. The Honour President of the edition is Robert Gabriel Elekes, a local poet. The fair will include 40 exhibitions – books, music, games -, two contests for local students, a conference, and many other events.
Alexandru Danga, RADOR
