Following Sunday’s parliamentary election in Romania, pro-Western parties are expected to seek to form a coalition government. The election saw a surge in support for far-right nationalist parties, raising concerns about the outcome of the upcoming presidential runoff.
The pro-Western parties, including the National Liberal Party (PNL) and the Save Romania Union (USR), are likely to collaborate in order to secure a majority in the Romanian parliament. The PNL, led by Prime Minister Ludovic Orban, is currently in power and is seen as a pro-European Union and pro-NATO party. The USR, which advocates for anti-corruption measures and liberal reforms, is also expected to play a key role in the coalition.
However, the rise of far-right nationalist parties, such as the AUR (Alliance for the Unity of Romanians) and the Greater Romania Party (PRM), has raised concerns about the political landscape in Romania. These parties have gained momentum in recent years, with the AUR securing a significant number of seats in the parliament in the recent election.
The presidential runoff, scheduled for the near future, is expected to be a close race between incumbent President Klaus Iohannis of the PNL and his challenger, Viorica Dancila of the Social Democratic Party (PSD). However, the surge of support for far-right nationalists could potentially impact the outcome of the runoff and the overall political climate in Romania.
As pro-Western parties work to form a coalition government, the future of Romania’s political landscape remains uncertain. The rise of far-right nationalism poses a challenge to the country’s democratic values and could impact the upcoming presidential runoff. It will be crucial for all parties to navigate this complex political environment in the best interest of Romania and its citizens.
Source
Photo credit www.euronews.com
