Țara Românească domina lumea petrolului, acum 169 de ani: Avea prima rafinărie din lume și era prima țară producătoare de țiței

Romania was a pioneer in the oil industry 169 years ago, being the first country to produce crude oil and operate the world's first refinery. Today, it relies heavily on oil imports, with only three out of four refineries operational. The historical significance of Romania's oil production peaked in the 19th century, with notable achievements such as being the first to export gasoline in 1900. However, the industry has faced significant decline since the mid-20th century, with current production levels falling drastically compared to its historical highs. Today, over 70% of Romania's oil is imported, primarily from Kazakhstan.