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Romanian Scorecard

Country profile

Romania is a Southeastern European country known for its scenic Carpathian Mountains, medieval castles, and a rich folklore tradition. It has a population of 19.1 million, a population growth rate of 0.06%, and a median age of 42.62 years.

Its history includes influences from Dacian, Roman, and Ottoman periods, which have combined to create a unique cultural and historical landscape.

Today, Romania is working towards economic modernization and European integration while celebrating its vibrant traditions in music, dance, and storytelling.

Its capital city is Bucharest.

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Economic Development

GDP per Capita (PPP) in Romania improved by 8.4% from 2022 to 2023

Unemployment Rate in Romania improved by 3.8% from 2023 to 2024

Inflation Rate in Romania improved by 143.5% from 2023 to 2024

General Government Debt in Romania worsened by 2.9% from 2022 to 2023

Income Inequality in Romania improved by 2.0% from 2020 to 2021

Health and Social Development

Life Expectancy in Romania improved by 1.9% from 2022 to 2023

Infant Mortality Rate showed no change from 2022 to 2023

Human Development showed no change from 2021 to 2022

Suicide Mortality Rate in Romania improved by 1.2% from 2020 to 2021

World Happiness Report in Romania worsened by 0.7% from 2023 to 2024

Freedom in the World in Romania worsened by 1.2% from 2023 to 2024

Education

Completion of Upper Secondary Education in Romania improved by 1.2% from 2021 to 2022

PISA Scores (Reading) showed no change from 2018 to 2022

PISA Scores (Math) in Romania worsened by 0.5% from 2018 to 2022

PISA Scores (Science) in Romania improved by 0.5% from 2018 to 2022

Governance and Security

Corruption Perception showed no change from 2022 to 2023

Control of Corruption in Romania improved by 100.0% from 2022 to 2023

Homicide Rate in Romania improved by 13.1% from 2020 to 2021

Government Effectiveness in Romania worsened by 19,942.3% from 2022 to 2023

Political Stability in Romania worsened by 14.0% from 2022 to 2023

Rule of Law in Romania improved by 8.4% from 2022 to 2023

Voice and Accountability in Romania worsened by 11.1% from 2022 to 2023

Environmental Sustainability and Energy

CO2 Emissions per Capita in Romania improved by 6.3% from 2022 to 2023

Air Pollution (PM2.5) in Romania improved by 1.0% from 2019 to 2020

Renewable Energy Consumption in Romania worsened by 2.1% from 2020 to 2021