Romania and Greece seek closer energy, transport and tax cooperation

A call on regional projects

Romanian Prime Minister Luca Niculescu spoke by phone on Monday, 9 November 2026, with Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis. The two leaders discussed deepening bilateral and regional cooperation, with a focus on energy and transport connectivity. Greek government sources said Mitsotakis congratulated Niculescu on taking up his duties. Greek media reported that Niculescu took office on 20 October 2026, after being appointed by President Nicușor Dan. Greek sources also said the talks covered know-how Greece could offer Romania on the digital modernisation of state services.

Energy, transport and trade

The discussion covered energy interconnection and transport links, which the Romanian side presented as priority areas for joint projects. Niculescu said bilateral trade reached 3.6 billion euros in 2025. He also said Greek investors play an important role in Romania, especially in energy, renewables, retail, agri-food, transport and rail infrastructure. Both countries also coordinate closely within the European Union and NATO, according to Niculescu.

Fiscal cooperation and OECD support

The leaders also discussed closer cooperation between the finance ministries and tax authorities of the two countries, focusing on fiscal consolidation and tax administration. Adevărul reported that the two governments examined a closer partnership between the institutions responsible for finance and revenue collection. Niculescu wrote in a social media post that Greece's experience in these fields is valuable for Romania.

“Greece's experience in these areas is particularly valuable for Romania.”

Niculescu also thanked Mitsotakis for Greece's support for Romania's accession to the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD). In a post on X, he described Greece as a key partner for Romania, both bilaterally and in South-East Europe.

“Greece is a key partner for Romania, both bilaterally and in the context of South-East Europe.”