Independent republic created by Romanians? (3,6)
I believe the answer is:
san marino
'independent republic' is the definition.
'san marino' can be an answer for 'republic' (San Marino is a European country). I'm not sure about the 'independent' bit.
'by romanians?' is the wordplay.
'romanians' can be anagrammed to 'SAN MARINO'.
Though, I am not clear how the anagram is indicated.
'created' is the link.
Can you help me to learn more?
(Other definitions for san marino that I've seen before include "No marinas in this small republic in NE Italy" , "Small state within Italy" , "Independent republic, enclave of Italy near Rimini" , "Italian-speaking country" , "Romanians (anag) - European enclave" .)