Overview
- The no-confidence motion, which passed Tuesday with 281 votes where 233 were needed, removed Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan.
- The Social Democratic Party quit the pro‑EU coalition and worked with George Simion’s far‑right AUR to force the vote.
- President Nicusor Dan will open talks to form a new cabinet under a new nominee, with early elections seen as unlikely.
- Romania’s leu hit a record low and borrowing costs rose following Tuesday’s turmoil, as UniCredit warned of downgrade and financial stability risks.
- Reforms due by August now hang in the balance, putting roughly €10–11 billion in EU funds at risk and reflecting anger over austerity that strained PSD’s base.