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Romania celebrates 20 years in the EU in January 2027, having received €108.3 billion in non-reimbursable funds while contributing €35.9 billion. This results in a positive balance of over €72 billion. The funds have supported infrastructure, agriculture, and businesses, reducing the economic gap with the EU average. However, development has not been uniform across regions. In 2025, over 71% of Romania's exports went to EU countries, totaling approximately €96.6 billion. The CEO of Banca Transilvania emphasizes the need for more local capital and higher productivity for future growth.