China’s (lack of) presence in Romania’s strategic sector: Regional outlier or historical path dependency?
Romania has seen minimal Chinese investment in its strategic sectors despite initial optimism. Projects like the Rovinari powerplant and Cernavodă Nuclear Powerplant faced delays or cancellation. Romania's pro-Western stance, legislative barriers, and strategic concerns over Chinese influence have redirected investments to Western partners. The geopolitical landscape, particularly post-Crimea annexation, has further entrenched Romania's alignment with Euro-Atlantic allies, reducing China's footprint in the region.
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