Romania's Government Formation in Limbo Amidst Prime Minister Dispute

Bucharest, Romania – May 28, 2025 – Political tensions are running high in Romania as Nicușor Dan, the mayor of Bucharest, conducts consultations to form a new government. The main point of contention centers around the selection of the next prime minister. While the National Liberal Party (PNL) strongly supports Ilie Bolojan, sources within the Social Democratic Party (PSD) indicate significant resistance to his appointment. 'Several voices within the PSD have expressed concerns about working with Bolojan as prime minister,' a source from Realitatea PLUS revealed. This internal struggle within the PSD creates a significant obstacle to forming a stable coalition government. The uncertainty surrounding the prime minister's position highlights the complexity of the ongoing negotiations and the potential for further political maneuvering in the coming days. The consultations are expected to continue, with the outcome remaining uncertain.