Carmen Paun
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Past articles by Carmen:
Mathematician to become Bucharest mayor
Nicușor Dan wins mayoral race in the capital as Romania votes in local elections. → Read More
Romanian politics clash with forest protection
There are calls for the Commission to act if Romanian politicians can’t fix the problem. → Read More
Coronavirus: Doing as the experts do
5 epidemiologists on how they’re trying to stay safe from COVID-19. → Read More
Belgian health minister: No further lockdown lifting in early August
A formal decision is expected on Thursday. → Read More
Vaccine skeptics threaten Europe’s bid to beat coronavirus
Policymakers’ dilemma: The risk of rushing out a vaccine is that people may not trust it’s safe. → Read More
Romanian graftbuster’s firing violated rights, European court says – POLITICO
Preliminary ruling backs Laura Codruța Kövesi, who is now EU chief prosecutor. → Read More
The EU’s coronavirus pledge drive message is clear. The mission is not. – POLITICO
Key questions remain unanswered ahead of the EU’s fundraising event on Monday. → Read More
Romania shuns its diaspora in coronavirus fight
In appeal to expats, the country’s president says: ‘My beloved, do not come home for the holidays this year.’ → Read More
Romania bans exports of cereals amid virus crisis
The step is aimed at securing domestic supply during the coronavirus crisis. → Read More
Authorities’ shifting advice on face masks adds to confusion in coronavirus crisis – POLITICO
Mixed messages over the issue raised doubts over governments’ handling of the crisis. → Read More
Belgian health minister says another ‘eight weeks’ of coronavirus impact
The country has closed all schools, restaurants, bars and non-essential shops. → Read More
Does the EU have the tools to fight the coronavirus?
In the fog of war, it’s difficult to tell if the EU is using all the powers at its disposal. → Read More
Romanian parliament backs Orban government
President declares state of emergency over coronavirus. → Read More
Health ministers squabble over face masks at coronavirus talks
Different national approaches led to tension at emergency meeting in Brussels. → Read More
Europe fails to help Italy in coronavirus fight
Rome’s requests for face masks and medical gear have been met with silence. → Read More
Populists seize on coronavirus to stoke immigration fear
The spread of the outbreak is prompting calls to close Europe’s borders. → Read More
Europe braces for coronavirus-induced drug shortages
With China responsible for much of the EU’s pharma ingredients, supplies are at risk. → Read More
Ludovic Orban renominated as Romanian prime minister
Orban’s government fell Wednesday after losing vote of confidence. → Read More
Romanian government falls after three months in office
National Liberal Party toppled after trying to change the way mayors are elected. → Read More
With coronavirus, Europe tries to learn from past outbreaks
EU seeks to strike balance between being prepared and causing panic. → Read More