EU membership has meant, for Romania, a transformation for the better, which has generated two decades of unprecedented economic growth, has unlocked essential financing for infrastructure and has created opportunities that once seemed unattainable, according to a press release from the Romanian-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (AHK Romania). "Congratulations, Europe, on your 75th anniversary! Today, May 9, we celebrate Europe Day - a moment dedicated to commemorating the 75th