New Academic Council Formed Between Romania and Moldova Amidst Budget Concerns
The Romanian Academy announced the formation of the Romanian Academic Council (CAR) in partnership with the Academy of Sciences of Moldova. This new institution, established amidst ongoing budgetary pressures, aims to foster collaboration and research between academic institutions in both countries. The CAR will also include four Romanian academies focused on specific disciplines.
A Collaborative Effort: The Academies Involved
The Romanian Academic Council will bring together:
- The Romanian Academy
- The Academy of Sciences of Moldova
- The Romanian Academy of Juridical Sciences
- The Romanian Academy of Medical Sciences
- The “Gheorghe Ionescu-Șișești” Academy of Agricultural and Forestry Sciences
- The Romanian Academy of Technical Sciences
The launch ceremony is scheduled for March 26, 2026, at the Romanian Academy, where the leadership of the new organization will be appointed.
Focus on Public Interest and European Integration
According to the Romanian Academy, the CAR will concentrate on developing analyses, studies and recommendations on significant issues of public interest. It also intends to support a shared space for Romanian science and culture, integrated into the European and international knowledge network.
Leadership Transition at the Romanian Academy
The formation of the CAR coincides with the finish of Ioan-Aurel Pop’s second and final term as President of the Romanian Academy, concluding on April 5th. Sources suggest Mircea Dumitru, former Rector of the University of Bucharest, is a leading candidate to succeed him.
Dumitru previously faced allegations of collaboration with the communist Securitate, but he successfully overturned the CNSAS ruling against him in court in 2025.
A previous attempt by Pop to introduce legislation allowing for unlimited terms as President of the Academy was unsuccessful in Parliament.
Historical Context: Strengthening Romanian-Moldovan Ties
The collaboration between the Romanian Academy and the Academy of Sciences of Moldova builds upon over 30 years of established relationships. Both Academies, along with their leaders, Ioan-Aurel Pop and Victor Chirilă, have expressed a commitment to expanding cultural and scientific cooperation.
Academician Ioan-Aurel Pop is recognized within the Moldovan scientific community for his contributions to strengthening ties between scholars and cultural figures on both sides of the Prut River.
FAQ
What is the Romanian Academic Council?
The Romanian Academic Council is a new institution formed by the Romanian Academy and the Academy of Sciences of Moldova, along with four other Romanian academies, to promote collaboration and research.
When will the CAR be officially launched?
The launch ceremony is scheduled for March 26, 2026.
Who is likely to become the next President of the Romanian Academy?
Mircea Dumitru, former Rector of the University of Bucharest, is considered a strong candidate.
What is the main goal of the CAR?
The CAR aims to contribute to public interest through research and analysis, and to integrate Romanian science and culture into the European and international knowledge network.
What is the historical relationship between the Romanian and Moldovan Academies?
The two academies have maintained a strong collaborative relationship for over 30 years.
Did you know? The formation of the CAR occurs during a period of budgetary challenges for the Romanian Academy.
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