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Greece Promotes Scientific Diplomacy Through Its Global Scientific Diaspora
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Giorgos Kotsiras highlighted the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' emphasis on scientific diplomacy and engaging the Greek scientific diaspora.
Business
Moldova to Participate in Expo Osaka 2025
The Moldovan government has approved the country’s participation in the Expo Osaka 2025 World Exhibition, which will feature over 150 countries and is expected to attract around 28 million visitors over six months. Funding for Moldova’s participation will come from the budget of the Ministry of Economic Development and Digitalization (MDED).
Business
Inflation in Romania Rises to 5.11% in November 2024
Romania's annual inflation rate climbed to 5.11% in November 2024, up from 4.67% in October, driven by price increases in food (5.11%), non-food goods (5.15%), and services (7.56%), according to the National Institute of Statistics (INS).
Sports
Saudi Arabia to Host 2034 FIFA World Cup
Saudi Arabia has been officially announced as the host of the 2034 FIFA World Cup, marking the second time a Middle Eastern country will organize the prestigious tournament, following Qatar in 2022.
Bulgaria
Unions and Employers Support Bulgaria’s 2025 National Health Insurance Fund Budget Bill Amid Criticism
On Wednesday, trade unions and most employer organizations expressed conditional support for the 2025 National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) Budget Bill during an extraordinary session of the National Council for Tripartite Cooperation.
Energy
Energocom Reports Increased Energy Demand and Rising Costs
Energocom, the state-owned energy company, has reported a significant rise in electricity demand in recent days, necessitating increased imports from Romania’s OPCOM energy exchange, where prices have risen compared to the previous month. The company is urging consumers to use energy resources efficiently.
Culture
Ancient Artifacts Discovered in Athens Storage Shed Light on Greek History
A trove of ancient artifacts, dating from the Geometric era (1100-750 BC) to the Hellenistic period (up to 31 BC), was uncovered earlier this year in a storage space in central Athens, the Greek Ministry of Culture announced on Tuesday.
Romania
Romania Reaffirms Commitment to Regional Security During U.S. Partnership Visit
Romania remains a steadfast ally of the United States and a dedicated partner in strengthening regional security in the Black Sea, stated Romanian National Defence Minister Angel Tilvar during a visit to the 99th Military Base in Deveselu on Tuesday. He was accompanied by U.S. Ambassador to Romania Kathleen Kavalec.
Politics
US Secretary of State Blinken to Visit Türkiye Amid Syrian Developments
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken is scheduled to visit Türkiye on Friday, official sources confirm. Details of the visit remain undisclosed.
Moldova
Moldovan President Maia Sandu Receives European Unity Award
President Maia Sandu was honored with the Richard Coudenhove-Kalergi European Prize during a ceremony in Brussels.
Politics
Greece Reports Improved Fire-Fighting Outcomes Amid Climate Challenges
At a recent event reviewing the 2024 fire-fighting season, Greek Minister of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection Vasilis Kikilias, alongside Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, highlighted the effectiveness of Greece's updated civil protection strategy despite facing extreme conditions.
Politics
Pro-European Parties in Romania Commit to Joint Governance Program and Presidential Candidate
Romania's pro-European parties – the Social Democratic Party (PSD), National Liberal Party (PNL), Save Romania Union (USR), Hungarian Democratic Union of Romania (UDMR), and the Parliamentary Group of National Minorities – announced their intention to form a united governance program and support a common candidate for the upcoming presidential elections. The declaration came after their first round of political consultations on Tuesday evening.
Moldova
Moldova’s Government Pledges Continued Efforts to Raise Teachers’ Salaries
Prime Minister Dorin Recean has assured that the government will continue seeking financial resources to further increase teachers' salaries, despite the country's challenging economic situation.