Stories from Bucharest · Romania

Six former POT members announced they will not vote in the upcoming no-confidence motion against the Bolojan government. These lawmakers, who previously signed the motion filed by AUR and PSD, have left the party led by Ana Maria Gavrilă to establish the United Party. Deputy Andrei Cilag made the announcement regarding the formation of their new parliamentary group. The move occurs as final negotiations proceed ahead of the vote that will decide the government's fate. Several elected officials in Romania have migrated between political parties. Unaffiliated deputy Rodica Plopianu welcomed members from the PSD party. PSD deputy Alexandru Moiseev, originally elected on the SOS Romania lists, has joined the PNL. PSD leader Sorin Grindeanu and Prime Minister Lilie Bolojan also joined Parliament following these shifts. Bolojan did not provide statements to journalists regarding the move.

Employees of the National Water Administration in Romania held a protest on Monday morning. Representatives from the Mures union are targeting all basin administrations across the country. The workers are protesting against the chronic underdevelopment of the water sector.

A 23-year-old Sri Lankan citizen has been detained on charges of international drug trafficking. The individual is accused of importing drugs from Canada, Germany, and Turkey. The incident was reported by local authorities.

A project aims to establish an integrated consultancy service for citizens, potentially facilitating the return of Romanians from the diaspora. Proponents believe this measure could help resolve issues such as labor shortages by valuing professional experiences gained abroad.

Romania organized a meeting to discuss a strategic energy infrastructure project known as the Vertical Corridor. The project aims to connect gas networks across Central and Eastern Europe to transport American liquefied gas and natural gas from Azerbaijan from south to north.

Ilie Bolojan stated that budget revenues increased by 12 percent during the first months of the year. He reported a 3 percent decrease in expenditures during the same period.

President Nicu Sordan will co-preside a roundtable discussion on democratic resilience and hybrid threats alongside Montenegro President Jakov Milatovic. The summit will also include an informal discussion regarding the impact of the vertical gas corridor on energy security.

Several hundred people gathered in Piazza Vittorio to demonstrate support for Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan. Protesters mobilized via social networks to express their stance. Supporters stated they are backing Bolojan for a reformed and honest Romania. The demonstration occurred on the evening of May 3, 2026. Hundreds of people gathered in Piazza Vittoria to express support for the government led by Ilie Boložan. Protesters carried flags and banners with messages of support for the premier. The demonstration occurred two days before a scheduled vote.

Premier Ilie Bolojan has promoted austerity measures with a direct effect on the level of consumption, according to reports. Documents indicate the executive is preparing a large-scale strategic activity rollout under the pretext of PNRR obligations.

Road police carried out a large-scale nationwide operation overnight.