January 1 - The increase in local taxes and fees comes into effect. January 5 - The National Bank of Romania announces that, as of December 31, 2025, Romania's international reserves (currency plus gold) were 77,017 million euros, compared to 70,491 million euros on December 31, 2024. January 16 - The European Commission approves the projects proposed by the Government for financing through the SAFE mechanism, from which our country has been allocated the amount of 16.68 billion euros. January