





Darius Valcov, seen as maker of Romanian governing party's economic program, receives 8-year sentence for corruption
The sentence relates to his activity as a mayor of Slatina city in Olt county, before Valcov rose to national political prominence when he became a minister in a previous PSD government several years ago.
Valcov was indicted under traffic of influence, money laundering, commercial activities incompatible with his official position and other charges in 2015.