In a Nutshell
- Yesterday, it was announced that the Romanian government and Google have signed a memorandum of understanding on cooperation to collaborate on cloud technologies, cyber security, and various digital services.
- The company aims to build a data center in the country, with plans to invest up to $2B.
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Yesterday, Romanian Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu held a meeting at the Government Palace Victoria with Google representatives, signing a memorandum between the two parties.
The memorandum of understanding on cooperation aligns with Romania‘s plans to advance digital infrastructure, innovation, and research, as reported by Romanian Agerpress.
The US tech giant Google may invest up to $2B in a data center that is planned to open in the country. During negotiations, the government highlighted the center’s regional importance. The aim is to establish it similarly to Google’s existing $2B facility in Poland, which was expanded four years ago to enhance its cloud computing services.
In 2019, Google’s CEO Sundar Pichai announced their plans to invest $3B in expanding data centers across Europe over the next couple of years.
In Their Own Words
“We have ambitious projects for reforming public administration, which include the implementation of modern technologies like AI to enhance operational efficiency, strengthen digital security, and foster innovation in the public sector. We are in the final stages of modernizing the tax system to prevent abuses and increase revenue collection. Additionally, we are committed to launching the government cloud,” Prime Minister Ciolacu stated.
He emphasized that Google’s expertise and contribution are crucial for delivering modern and secure services to Romanian citizens.
Ciolacu also highlighted that Romania is an attractive market for investments in information technology, due to opportunities for implementing substantial projects in data centers and cloud services, as well as its highly qualified specialists and advanced legislation.
