Harta sărăciei. Sociolog: De ce în nordul Moldovei și Oltenia se trăiește mai greu ca în Ilfov și București? • Newsweek România

In an interview, sociologist Ciprian Iftimoaei discusses the persistent poverty in Romania, highlighting regional disparities. While Bucharest-Ilfov enjoys higher incomes and lower poverty rates, areas like Northern Moldova and Oltenia face significant economic challenges. Despite improvements since 2007, one in five Romanians still lives in poverty. Factors such as education, job opportunities, and community conditions contribute to these disparities. Vulnerable groups, especially children and single women in rural areas, face additional challenges. Iftimoaei emphasizes that economic progress has not eliminated social inequalities, revealing a stark contrast between wealthier and poorer regions.