Romanian Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan stated on Thursday that should a motion of no confidence pass against his administration, the primary course of action for his National Liberal Party (PNL) would be to remain in the government, but specifically without a coalition involving the Social Democratic Party (PSD). Nevertheless, Bolojan did not rule out a scenario where the party shifts to the opposition to form a “pole of modernization” alongside other political forces. Speaking in an interview with Romanian public television TVR, the Prime Minister emphasized that the continuation of reforms is mandatory regardless of who assumes power.
He highlighted fiscal improvements, noting that public budget revenues had risen by 12% and expenditures decreased by 3% in the 10 months since strict austerity measures began. Bolojan criticized past practices, stating that the state budget was historically used inefficiently by administrations and for incomplete projects. He asserted that he was compelled to establish strict rules, comparing the necessity to a family managing finances during significant payments.
Bolojan attributed the increased scrutiny to his refusal to act as a compliant leader and his efforts to prevent the misuse of public funds. When questioned about a potential presidential run, he stated that he remains an active individual committed to advocating for what is best for Romania, adding that he could have sought the position when opportunities were clearer. The vote of no confidence against his government is scheduled for May 5 and was tabled by the PSD, the opposition far-right Alliance for the Union of Romanians (AUR), and the MIR parliamentary group.
This move followed the PSD’s withdrawal of support from the Prime Minister, who leads the PNL.
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