Romania to receive EUR 2.15 bln in NATO funding for fuel pipeline network expansion

24 July 2026 President Nicușor Dan announced on Thursday, July 23, that following more than five years of negotiations, NATO approved the eastward expansion of its fuel pipeline network, a strategic result for Romania. The Alliance will fund the expansion with EUR 27 billion over the next 20 years, of which Romania will receive EUR 2.15 billion. The new network will also cross Romanian territory, will have both military and civilian uses, and will create important opportunities for the Romanian economy and companies. "Romania achieves an important strategic result within NATO. After more than five years of negotiations, the Alliance has approved the eastward expansion of NATO’s fuel pipeline network, an essential project for strengthening security and military mobility on the Eastern Flank