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The Bucharest Coffee Festival will take place from March 21 to 23, in Bucharest, at Hala Laminor

Nine O' ClockMarch 19, 2025

by Nine O' ClockMarch 19, 20250

This year’s festival will bring together over 200 key players from the coffee industry Bucharest Coffee Festival takes place between March 21 and 23, at Hala Laminor (256 Basarabia Blvd). The 2025 edition will bring together hundreds of coffee specialists, from Romania and abroad (Italy, Greece, Denmark), as well as......

Innovation and trained staff redefine the beauty industry

Nine O' ClockMarch 19, 2025

by Nine O' ClockMarch 19, 20250

Innovation and trained staff redefine the beauty industry Aesthetic and cosmetic treatments of “ attainable luxury”, among the top preferences of Romanians The beauty industry is in a continuous technological revolution globally and in Romania. New technologies are radically changing the way we take care of our skin and body.......

Speech by President von der Leyen on European defence at the Royal Danish Military Academy

Nine O' ClockMarch 19, 2025

by Nine O' ClockMarch 19, 20250

Speech by President von der Leyen on European defence at the Royal Danish Military Academy Thank you, Prime Minister, dear Mette, Dear Cadets, Ladies and Gentlemen, I am honoured to be here today with you. There is no more inspirational group of people to speak to than women and.........

Commission unveils the White Paper for European Defence and the ReArm Europe Plan/Readiness 2030

Nine O' ClockMarch 19, 2025

by Nine O' ClockMarch 19, 20250

Commission unveils the White Paper for European Defence and the ReArm Europe Plan/Readiness 2030 Today, the Commission and the High Representative have presented a White Paper for European Defence – Readiness 2030. The Commission has also presented, as part of the ReArm Europe Plan/Readiness 2030, an ambitious defence package providing financial.........

EVENTS

EverythingForYourHome2025: Professionals and enthusiasts, brought together under one roof

Nine O' ClockMarch 19, 2025March 19, 2025

by Nine O' ClockMarch 19, 2025March 19, 20250

EverythingForYourHome2025: Professionals and enthusiasts, brought together under one roof #EverythingForYourHome2025 continues the tradition of bringing together trends in construction, installations, furniture, landscaping and interior and exterior design under one roof. Year after year, ROMEXPO improves this concept, bringing together under a single identity the themes of the Construct Ambient Expo, Romtherm,......

Mihai Manea, CEO of Nine O’Clock: It was an honor to participate in the Fifth Annual Romanian Business & Investment...

Nine O' ClockMarch 19, 2025

by Nine O' ClockMarch 19, 20250

Mihai Manea, CEO of Nine O’Clock: It was an honor to participate in the Fifth Annual Romanian Business & Investment Roundtable, themed Increasing Competitiveness for a Future-Ready Romania, organized by Economist Impact SE Europe Events at the Sheraton Bucharest Hotel The event brought together business leaders, government representatives, and industry......

Ömer Tetik, CEO BT, at the Fifth annual Romanian Business & Investment Roundtable, organized by The Economist Impact

Nine O' ClockMarch 19, 2025

by Nine O' ClockMarch 19, 20250

Ömer Tetik, CEO BT, at the Fifth annual Romanian Business & Investment Roundtable, organized by The Economist Impact ”Romania and, actually, the whole region have shown an incredible resilience in the last 5 years. We have seen pandemics, war, inflation, market volatility and energy crises, all that can be read......

Diana Șoșoacă, the leader of the far-right party in Romania, was banned from entering Ukraine for three years

Nine O' ClockMarch 19, 2025

by Nine O' ClockMarch 19, 20250

Diana Șoșoacă, the leader of the far-right party in Romania, was banned from entering Ukraine for three years The Security Service of Ukraine (SSU) has banned Romanian politician Diana Șoșoacă, a far-right party leader who has repeatedly made anti-Ukrainian and pro-Russian statements, from entering Ukraine. The entry ban is valid.........

PepsiCo launches the third edition of its Campus programs: FirstGen PepsiCo Commercial Management Traineeship and PepsiCo’s Bootcamp for Future Engineers

Nine O' ClockMarch 19, 2025

by Nine O' ClockMarch 19, 20250

PepsiCo launches the third edition of its Campus programs: FirstGen PepsiCo Commercial Management Traineeship and PepsiCo’s Bootcamp for Future Engineers PepsiCo, one of the leaders in the food and beverage industry, launches the third edition of its Campus programs: FirstGen PepsiCo Commercial Management Traineeship and PepsiCo’s Bootcamp for Future......

Does dual vocational education repair the strategic mistake of the last 30 years?

Nine O' ClockMarch 19, 2025March 19, 2025

by Nine O' ClockMarch 19, 2025March 19, 20250

Does dual vocational education repair the strategic mistake of the last 30 years? Not only in Romania, but globally, there is a shortage of skilled labor. 75% of European employers cannot effectively grow their businesses because of this. As a result, European countries with developed economies have increased their investments......

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Building permit for the restoration of the Oscar Maugsch Palace

Nine O' ClockMarch 19, 2025

by Nine O' ClockMarch 19, 20250

Building permit for the restoration of the Oscar Maugsch Palace The Mayor of the Capital, Nicușor Dan, has signed the building permit for the restoration of the Oscar Maugsch Palace, also known as the General Insurance Society Palace. The historical monument, located at 5 Bulevardul Elisabeta, near the University area,.........

Pepco Romania appoints Raul Ciungu Iordate as Head of Operations

Nine O' ClockMarch 19, 2025

by Nine O' ClockMarch 19, 20250

Pepco Romania appoints Raul Ciungu Iordate as Head of Operations Pepco Romania strengthens its management team and appoints Raul Ciungu Iordate as Head of Operations. With over 16 years of experience in the retail industry, he has held leadership positions in areas such as operations management, human resources, compliance,......

Highlights of the most important roundtable of the year: The Economist Romanian Business & Investment Roundtable

Nine O' ClockMarch 19, 2025

by Nine O' ClockMarch 19, 20250

Highlights of the most important roundtable of the year: The Economist Romanian Business & Investment Roundtable The Fifth The Economist Romanian Business & Investment Roundtable highlighted the critical importance of increasing Romania’s competitiveness to ensure a sustainable and future-ready economy. What all decision makers present at the event seemed to......

ProTicket brings comedy, emotion, and memorable stories to the stages of Bucharest, Târgoviște, Alba Iulia, Cluj-Napoca, and Baia Mare in...

Nine O' ClockMarch 19, 2025

by Nine O' ClockMarch 19, 20250

ProTicket brings comedy, emotion, and memorable stories to the stages of Bucharest, Târgoviște, Alba Iulia, Cluj-Napoca, and Baia Mare in April In April, ProTicket, the largest private theater producer in Romania, brings exceptional performances to the stage, featuring some of the most beloved actors of the moment. Bucharest, Târgoviște, Alba......

State Secretary Clara Staicu’s Participation in the General Affairs Council Meeting

Nine O' ClockMarch 19, 2025

by Nine O' ClockMarch 19, 20250

State Secretary Clara Staicu’s Participation in the General Affairs Council Meeting On Tuesday, March 18, 2025, State Secretary for European Affairs Clara Staicu attended the General Affairs Council (GAC) meeting in Brussels. The GAC meeting provided an opportunity for an exchange of views on the draft Conclusions of the European.........

Meeting Between Minister of Foreign Affairs Emil Hurezeanu and the Director of the OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human...

Nine O' ClockMarch 19, 2025

by Nine O' ClockMarch 19, 20250

Meeting Between Minister of Foreign Affairs Emil Hurezeanu and the Director of the OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR), Maria Telalian On Tuesday, March 18, 2025, Minister of Foreign Affairs Emil Hurezeanu met with Maria Telalian, Director of the OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights.........

Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu’s meeting with representatives of the Concordia Employers’ Confederation

Nine O' ClockMarch 19, 2025

by Nine O' ClockMarch 19, 20250

Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu’s meeting with representatives of the Concordia Employers’ Confederation Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu: The Government will further maintain an open dialogue with trade unions and employers’ associations for effective economic decisions During a meeting with representatives of the Concordia Employers’ Confederation, at Victoria Palace today, Prime.........

Meeting Between the Interim President of Romania, Ilie Bolojan, and the Leadership of OMV Petrom

Nine O' ClockMarch 19, 2025

by Nine O' ClockMarch 19, 20250

Meeting Between the Interim President of Romania, Ilie Bolojan, and the Leadership of OMV Petrom On Monday, March 17, 2025, at the Cotroceni Palace, the Interim President of Romania, Ilie Bolojan, received a delegation from OMV Petrom, composed of members of the executive management of OMV Aktiengesellschaft Austria, the majority.........

Meeting Between the Interim President of Romania, Ilie Bolojan, and Authorities and Public Institutions Responsible for Organizing the Presidential Elections

Nine O' ClockMarch 19, 2025

by Nine O' ClockMarch 19, 20250

Meeting Between the Interim President of Romania, Ilie Bolojan, and Authorities and Public Institutions Responsible for Organizing the Presidential Elections On Tuesday, March 17, 2025, at the Cotroceni Palace, the Interim President of Romania, Ilie Bolojan, held a meeting with representatives of competent institutions regarding the organization of the upcoming.........

Meeting between the Interim President of Romania, Ilie Bolojan, and Representatives of the Agro-Food Sector in Romania

Nine O' ClockMarch 19, 2025

by Nine O' ClockMarch 19, 20250

Meeting between the Interim President of Romania, Ilie Bolojan, and Representatives of the Agro-Food Sector in Romania On Tuesday, March 18, 2025, at the Cotroceni Palace, the Interim President of Romania, Ilie Bolojan, welcomed a delegation of representatives from Romania’s agro-food sector. The delegation included members of the following professional.........

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During Women’s Month, L’Oréal Paris launches the “Lessons of Worth” manifesto campaign in Romania

Nine O' ClockMarch 19, 2025

by Nine O' ClockMarch 19, 20250

During Women’s Month, L’Oréal Paris launches the “Lessons of Worth” manifesto campaign in Romania “Lessons of Worth” is L’Oréal Paris’ global manifesto dedicated to women worldwide, a call for acceptance, self-love, authenticity, embracing diversity, and collaboration among women, as well as a celebration of feminity and the power women.........

Today’s edition of The digital replica of the printed Nine O’Clock newspaper – No.8059 dated Wednesday, 19 March 2025

Nine O' ClockMarch 19, 2025

by Nine O' ClockMarch 19, 20250

Today’s edition of The digital replica of the printed Nine O’Clock newspaper – No.8059 dated Wednesday, 19 March 2025 Fifth Annual Romanian Business & Investment Roundtable Increasing competitiveness for a future-ready Romania Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu: The Government will further maintain an open dialogue with trade unions and employers’ associations......

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Nine O’Clock most important news in brief on Tuesday, March 18, 2025

Nine O' ClockMarch 19, 2025

by Nine O' ClockMarch 19, 20250

Nine O’Clock most important news in brief on Tuesday, March 18, 2025 BEC Decisions: List of Approved and Rejected Candidates for the Romanian Presidency: https://nineoclock.ro/2025/03/18/bec-decisions-list-of-approved-and-rejected-candidates-for-the-romanian-presidency/ Romanian Foreign Minister Emil Hurezeanu Attends the Inauguration of the New Consular Section of the Romanian Embassy in Brussels and the Opening of the “Belgica”......

Taste of Transylvania Underground. A fun dining experience

Nine O' ClockMarch 18, 2025

by Nine O' ClockMarch 18, 20250

Salina Praid, one of Europe’s largest salt mines, will host Taste of Transylvania Underground, the first underground gastronomic festival in Romania, from March 28-30 During the three-day event, exceptional local and Romanian restaurants, along with Michelin-starred restaurants from Hungary, will prepare exclusive menus for this special weekend. We will......

Bucharest Coffee Festival: from March 21st to 23rd, between 9:00 AM and 7:00 PM

Nine O' ClockMarch 18, 2025March 18, 2025

by Nine O' ClockMarch 18, 2025March 18, 20250

Bucharest Coffee Festival: from March 21st to 23rd, between 9:00 AM and 7:00 PM Bucharest Coffee Festival:: “Join us at Laminor Arena in Bucharest, Romania, for an unforgettable celebration of coffee culture at the 11th edition of the Bucharest Coffee Festival! Visit us daily from March 21st to 23rd,......

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IKEA uncovers – we miss out on 20 days of sleep each year

Nine O' ClockMarch 18, 2025

by Nine O' ClockMarch 18, 20250

IKEA uncovers – we miss out on 20 days of sleep each year People across the globe are seeking ways to improve sleep and feel more rested, but many declare they are missing an average of 1 hour and 20 minutes of sleep each night. A new IKEA report marking.........

ECONOMY

Dynamic expansion of PPC Group in Bulgaria

Nine O' ClockMarch 18, 2025

by Nine O' ClockMarch 18, 20250

Dynamic expansion of PPC Group in Bulgaria Commencement of construction of a new photovoltaic plant in Stara Zagora- Bulgaria, with a total capacity of 165 MWp and a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) with a nominal capacity of 25 MW and 55 MWh storage capacity 260,000 bifacial photovoltaic panels.........

Legendary pianist Martha Argerich will perform two concerts at this year’s George Enescu International Festival

Nine O' ClockMarch 18, 2025

by Nine O' ClockMarch 18, 20250

Legendary pianist Martha Argerich will perform two concerts at this year’s George Enescu International Festival One of the most acclaimed and admired pianists in the world, Martha Argerich returns to the stage of the George Enescu International Festival for two high-profile concerts. On Sunday, August 31, 2025, at 7:30 PM,......

Bucharest Stock Exchange

First time in Romania – ETF tracking Slovenia’s main stock market index launched on Bucharest Stock Exchange

Nine O' ClockMarch 18, 2025

by Nine O' ClockMarch 18, 20250

First time in Romania – ETF tracking Slovenia’s main stock market index launched on Bucharest Stock Exchange InterCapital Asset Management (ICAM), the largest independent investment manager in Croatia, with EUR 650 million in assets under management, is listing today, March 18, on the Bucharest Stock Exchange (BVB), its second ETF (Exchange Traded Fund),......