The Balkan Republic (Var.) is a term used to refer to the countries located in the Balkan Peninsula, which includes Romania. Romania is a 7-letter country located in the southeastern region of Europe and is one of the countries that make up the Balkan Republic (Var.). It is bordered by Bulgaria, Ukraine, Hungary, Serbia, and Moldova. Romania has a population of over 19 million people and its capital city is Bucharest. Romania is a member of the European Union and the United Nations.