Romanian leaders convene to shape EU funding strategy for industry and energy

At the Euro Industry Summit 2026, held in Bucharest's Athénée Palace, Romanian authorities and leading industry representatives met to chart the country's approach to the next EU budget cycle. Key speakers included the minister of Investments and European Projects, who outlined priorities such as closing the National Recovery and Resilience Plan, accelerating current EU programmes and readying future investments. The energy session, featuring the minister of Energy and former EU parliamentary committee chair, highlighted the need for affordable, secure power and modernised grids to boost industrial output.

The economy minister stressed reindustrialisation, noting recent declines in production and a sizable trade deficit, while calling for support to sectors like automotive and furniture. Digitalisation, infrastructure and agricultural development were also discussed, with input from regulators, telecom authorities and major companies such as Electrica, PPC and Banca Transilvania. The summit aimed to foster inter-institutional cooperation and private-public partnerships to turn EU resources into tangible projects that enhance competitiveness and regional growth.