Sorin Oprescu
Sorin Oprescu is a Romanian politician and former mayor of Bucharest, known for his controversial tenure in office and subsequent legal troubles. He served as mayor from 2008 until 2015, during which he was recognized for his efforts in urban development but also faced numerous allegations of corruption. Oprescu was once a prominent figure in Romanian politics, having previously worked as a physician and an academic. His political career has been marred by scandals, leading to his arrest in 2015 on charges of bribery. His legacy remains mixed, with supporters praising his initiatives for the city and critics highlighting the corruption that plagued his administration.
Born on Oct 04, 1950 (75 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Romania | 2 | 4.50 | 0.18% | +10% | 19,237,691 | 37,788 | $250,000 | 491$ |
| Totals | 2 | 19,237,691 | 37,788 | $250,000 | 491$ |
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Romania:
Sorin Oprescu was the mayor for whom Anca Alexandrescu served as an advisor.
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Romania:
Sorin Oprescu is also mentioned in connection with the Basarab Passage project.
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Romania:
Sorin Oprescu is the only mayor convicted and sentenced to prison.
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Romania:
Anca Alexandrescu was part of the team of former mayor Sorin Oprescu.
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Romania:
Sorin Oprescu won the third term as mayor of Bucharest in 2012 but was suspended from office in September 2015.
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Romania:
Sorin Oprescu, the former mayor of Bucharest, was detained by Greek police based on a European arrest warrant issued by Romanian authorities.
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Romania:
Sorin Oprescu is being investigated in Greece for a possible attempt to flee extradition to Romania, where he is sentenced to 10 years and 8 months in prison.
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Moldova:
Sorin Oprescu, the former mayor of Bucharest, was sentenced to 10 years and 8 months in prison for corruption and was apprehended in Greece.
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Romania:
Sorin Oprescu ran as an independent candidate for the Bucharest mayoralty from 2008 to 2012.
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Romania:
Sorin Oprescu was the mayor of the capital city at the time of the investigation.
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