Romania's Government in Crisis: Major Parties Balk at Power

Romania Faces Government Formation Crisis as Major Parties Hesitate Romania is currently facing a political crisis as major parties are reluctant to form a new government. This follows the social democrats' and UDMR's announcements that they will not participate in a new government. Adding to the uncertainty, Ilie Bolojan, a prominent figure, has expressed reservations about joining a minority government, emphasizing the need for a parliamentary majority. The National Liberal Party (PNL) held an urgent meeting at Vila Lac to discuss the situation. According to sources, Ilie Bolojan's name was repeatedly mentioned during the meeting in relation to the position of Prime Minister. While he has expressed interest in the role, he has also stated that forming a government without strong parliamentary support would be extremely difficult. "It will not be easy," Bolojan reportedly said, "and I would not accept leading a government without sufficient parliamentary backing." This highlights the deep divisions within the political landscape and the challenges ahead. The PNL is now analyzing the possibility of forming a minority government, but the lack of clear support in Parliament raises concerns about its stability. The coming days will be crucial in determining the next steps and the future direction of Romanian politics.