A decisive vote on a motion of no confidence against the government of Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan is scheduled in the Romanian parliament today. The initiative, backed by the largest opposition force — the Social Democratic Party (PSD) and the Alliance for the Unity of Romanians (AUR) — could lead to the resignation of the current cabinet.
The no-confidence motion was formally submitted and read in parliament last week. The document collected the signatures of more than 250 MPs — significantly more than the 233 votes required for it to pass. The vote is scheduled for May 5.
Bolojan’s government (led by the liberal prime minister) found itself in the minority after the Social Democratic Party withdrew from the coalition. The PSD, previously a member of the ruling coalition, joined forces with the right-wing opposition AUR to bring down the cabinet. The opposition criticizes the government for its economic policy, austerity measures, a growing budget deficit, and its failure to address social challenges.
AUR leader George Simion stated that the motion has sufficient support and “will pass without difficulty.” He emphasized, however, that cooperation with the PSD is purely tactical in nature and does not imply a long-term alliance.
Should the vote succeed, Bolojan’s government will resign. This would open the way for the formation of a new cabinet or early parliamentary elections. Political analysts point to a high level of instability in Romanian politics, noting that the country has already seen several no-confidence attempts in recent years.
Romanian President Nicușor Dan had previously called on parliament to act responsibly and ensure stability, warning of risks to the country’s European trajectory and economic situation.