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Romanias Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan faces a no-confidence vote today, potentially toppling his minority government and causing a policy freeze. This could jeopardize the countrys debt ratings, EU funds, and leu currency. The Social Democrats, the largest party, have teamed up with far-right opponents, dissatisfied with Bolojans austerity cuts. The instability has already led to a record low leu and increased borrowing costs, just as Romania seeks EU cash for reforms. Analysts predict Bolojan may not secure enough votes, and even if he does, he faces another confidence vote in early June. If the government collapses, centrist President Nicusor Dan could appoint a new prime minister, possibly from the Liberal or technocrat parties. The Social Democrats offer to rejoin the pro-EU coalition without Bolojan, but his party refuses to team up with the left again. This political turmoil threatens Romanias recovery.

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