Romania’s Political Crisis: Deadlock Over Government Formation and EU Funds
The domestic political paralysis could have serious economic consequences: the caretaker government is running out of time ahead of the August 31 deadline set by Brussels.
Ilie Bolojan
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Romania faces political deadlock as second PM nominee defies own party
Romania has been left without a stable government for nearly seven weeks, with a second prime ministerial candidate now facing expulsion from his own party after refusing to stand down. The crisis was triggered on 5 May, when a no-confidence vote — backed by the left-wing Social Democrats (PSD)
Romania bolsters NATO security role amid Black Sea tensions
Romanian and NATO leaders held talks focusing on strengthening Romania’s security amid ongoing regional tensions.
Von der Leyen tours NATO frontline countries
Von der Leyen's visits to frontline NATO states aims to deliver a message of solidarity while boosting Europe’s defence capacity, promoting joint procurement and galvanising industrial support through the EU’s SAFE mechanism.
Romanian parties must form gov't or lose EU recovery funds
The European Commission (EC) this month placed Romania under the excessive deficit procedure, warning that further delays risk triggering the suspension of EU funds.