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Statement by InfoCons President, Sorin Mierlea, for the media network EurActiv on the ‘shrinkflation’ phenomenon

In a news article on the subject of Romanian Prime Minister, Marcel Ciolacu, who urges regulators to tackle the “shrinkflation” phenomenon, drawing inspiration from the French model, a statement by InfoCons President, Sorin Mierlea, is also included. The…

Europe Day with the European InfoCons App

Europe Day is observed annually on the 9th of May, with the purpose of commemorating peace and solidarity across Europe. In 2024, we celebrate the 74th anniversary of the signing of the Schuman Declaration, which laid the foundation…

The Global InfoCons App, awarded for innovation and creativity on World Intellectual Property Day 2024

On April 26, 2024, InfoCons hosted an event at the Palace of Justice in Bucharest to mark World Intellectual Property Day. This event was supported by the U.S. Embassy in Romania, particularly the Department of Justice’s ICHIP program.…

A representative of InfoCons is participating in the meeting organized by Consumers International

On April 22, 2024, a representative from InfoCons is participating in the members’ meeting organized by Consumers International on the Zoom online platform. The main theme of this meeting is the vital role of consumer organizations in combating…

Everything You Need to Know About Photovoltaic Panels: A Source of Green and Sustainable Energy

Photovoltaic panels are devices that convert solar light into electrical energy, providing an ecological and sustainable solution for our energy needs. In a world concerned about climate change and finding less polluting energy sources, photovoltaic panels are becoming…

Sorin Mierlea, the President of InfoCons attends to IP in the Digital World Working Group Meeting of the Observatory – EUIPO

Today, April 18, 2024, InfoCons represented by President Sorin Mierlea participates on IP in the Digital World Working Group Meeting the Observatory – European Office for Intellectual Property – EUIPO held in Alicante, Spain. The agenda of the IP…

21 years of Consumers Protection – InfoCons in Romania and Europe !

In its 21 years of activity, InfoCons’ efforts have become synonymous with consumer protection in Romania. From the initial vision of a group of initiators, InfoCons – the National Association for Consumer Protection and Promotion of Programs and…

Sorin Mierlea, the President of InfoCons attends to Economics & Statistics Working Group Meeting of the Observatory – EUIPO

Today, April 18, 2024, InfoCons represented by President Sorin Mierlea participates on Economics & Statistics Working Group Meeting the Observatory – European Office for Intellectual Property – EUIPO held in Alicante, Spain. The agenda of the Economics & Statistics…

InfoCons Representatives are participating in the debate hosted by the European Ombudsman

On April 17, 2024, representatives from InfoCons are participating in the debate organized by the European Ombudsman in an online format, on the Webex platform. The main theme of this event is ” Guarding the guardians – the…

Sorin Mierlea, the President of InfoCons attends to Enforcement Working Group Meeting of the Observatory – European Office for Intellectual Property – EUIPO

Today, April 17, 2024, InfoCons represented by President Sorin Mierlea participates on Enforcement Working Group Meeting the Observatory – European Office for Intellectual Property – EUIPO held in Alicante, Spain. The agenda of the Enforcement Working Group Meeting…

Sorin Mierlea, the President of InfoCons attends the plenary session of the Observatory – European Office for Intellectual Property – EUIPO

Between 16 and 18 April 2024, InfoCons represented by President Sorin Mierlea participates in the meeting of the Working Group for public awareness within the Observatory – European Office for Intellectual Property – EUIPO held in Alicante, Spain.…

Anti – Counterfeiting Technology guide

This Guide was prepared by the European Observatory on Infringements of Intellectual Property Rights on the basis of the research and documentation provided by the Italian Patent and Trade Mark Office, and with the support of contributions from…

The theme for World Intellectual Property Day 2024 is „IP and the SDGs: building our common future with innovation and creativity”

Every April 26th, World Intellectual Property Day is celebrated with the purpose of understanding how Intellectual Property (IP) rights encourage new ideas and creativity. In 2024, the focus is on how IP helps support the kind of innovation…

Speech by Commissioner McGuinness at the online Financial Services User Group meeting

Thank you for the warm welcome, I’m delighted to be with you. And good afternoon to colleagues who are online. I mean the reason why it’s good to be with you is that you represent the financial services…

World Health Day 2024 : “My Health, My Right,” with the InfoCons European App

This year, the theme of World Health Day is “My Health, My Right,” and the World Health Organization celebrates 76 years since its establishment. The theme for 2024 was chosen with the aim of advocating for the right…

On the 75th anniversary of NATO, InfoCons launches the NATO Consumers’ Passport

Consumer security protection becomes increasingly important in the current socio-economic and geopolitical context, emerging as a pressing issue of our times. Citizens, in their capacity as consumers, have the right to security and trust. The InfoCons App is intended for…

Romania, ranked 1st in the EU for Preventable and Treatable Deaths, on World Health Day

According to the most recent report on Health Status in the European Union in 2023, Romania ranks first in the European Union in preventable and treatable deaths and at the bottom of the ranking in terms of prevention.…

On the 20th anniversary of Romania’s accession to NATO, InfoCons launches the NATO Consumers’ Passport

Consumer security protection becomes increasingly important in the current socio-economic and geopolitical context, emerging as a pressing issue of our times. Citizens, in their capacity as consumers, have the right to security and trust. The InfoCons App is…

Representatives of InfoCons at the opening of the Economic and Commercial Mission of the Francophonie in Central and Eastern Europe

From March 27th to 29th, InfoCons Association is participating in the Economic and Commercial Mission of the Francophonie in Central and Eastern Europe, in Romania. Today, on the occasion of the opening of the Economic and Commercial Mission,…

Potassium Phosphate E340

What is potassium phosphate E340? Potassium phosphate (E340) is a food allergen that that belongs to the class of acidifying, sequestering, stabilizing, leavening, buffering, and neutralizing substances. It is an inorganic antioxidant by nature. In what forms…

Magnesium Phosphates E343

What are magnesium phosphates E343? Magnesium phosphates E343 (I, II) are food additives acting as acidity regulators, sechestred, stabilizng agents with acidity correction roles, sequestered, stabilizing agents (water retention and thickening) and leavening agents. They serve as buffers, neutralizers,…

March 25th – The National Day of Greece

On March 25th, Greek citizens celebrate the National Day of Greece, also known as Greek Independence Day, a celebration of 203 years since they gained their independence. On this occasion, the InfoCons App was developed by the InfoCons…

Citric Acid E330

Citric Acid E330 is known as lemon salt. It appears as a colorless powder with a sour taste, easily soluble in water. Spread Citric acid is very common in nature, especially in lemon, orange, pineapple, raspberry, currants, grape…

Acesulfame K – E950

What is Acesulfame K- E950? The additive E950, Acesulfame K, is a high-intensity synthetic sweetener. Sweeteners or sugar substitutes have been used since ancient times to satisfy humans’ inherent craving for sweetness. Depending on the calorie content they…