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 am not certain of the 'independent' bit.
'by romanians?' is the wordplay.
'romanians' can be anagrammed to 'SAN MARINO'.
But, I am not clear how this is indicated.
'created' acts as a 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" .)