Secarea Dunării scoate la suprafață slăbiciunile economiei României, arată o analiză a unei mari bănci

The low water levels of the Danube are exposing Romania's economic vulnerabilities, particularly in energy and industry, as analyzed by ING Bank. The river's flow has significantly decreased, disrupting maritime transport and irrigation, while the nuclear power plant at Cernavodă faces operational challenges. This situation arises amid a stagnant economy and high inflation, with GDP expected to contract. The energy crisis is exacerbating existing industrial weaknesses, as production has already declined. The Danube's reduced navigability is forcing lighter cargo transport and increasing reliance on road and rail, impacting trade routes crucial for the region's economy.