Romanians protest decriminalizing of graft offenses

‘Thousands of people in Romania have hit the streets to denounce a decision by the newly-elected government to reduce penalties for graft and abuse of power offences.
On Tuesday, angry protesters gathered outside government headquarters in the capital, Bucharest, shouting “thieves” and “traitors” to condemn authorities.
They also demanded an immediate reversal of the controversial decision, which will decriminalize graft cases totaling less than 38,000 euros (40,000 dollars).
The decision, introduced in an emergency law, bypasses the parliament.’
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