About two-thirds of Romania's diaspora are economic migrants, contributing significantly to the economy through remittances, and many feel politically neglected and invisible.
The political climate in Romania has deteriorated significantly following the annulment of its presidential election, highlighting serious concerns about electoral integrity and democracy.
Hundreds of supporters of ultranationalist Calin Georgescu gathered outside the Central Election Bureau in Bucharest, protesting the rejection of his candidacy for the presidential election rerun.