According to an interview published by HotNews, Siegfried Mureșan has defended his public absence following his nomination for the position of prime minister by PNL, USR, and UDMR. Mureșan stated that parliamentary fragmentation made forming a government impossible during the summer recess, shifting focus instead toward the PNRR.
Siegfried Mureșan Addresses UDMR Criticism Over Coalition Formation
In his interview with HotNews, Mureșan responded directly to criticism from UDMR regarding his visibility and efforts to build a governing majority over recent months. He explained that active negotiations were unfeasible during the parliamentary holiday given the divided legislature.
Instead, according to Mureșan’s statements to HotNews, political leaders prioritized finalizing the PNRR before the August 31 deadline to secure European funds for Romania. Mureșan emphasized that his August efforts supported the Government of Romania, ministers, and prime minister in closing those critical targets.
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Parliamentary Math and the Search for a Majority
When questioned about securing signatures for a parliamentary majority entering September, Mureșan admitted to HotNews that physically, he does not have signatures. However, he maintained that the three responsible parties—PNL, USR, and UDMR—collectively command more votes than PSD.
According to Mureșan, no one currently holds an absolute majority for passing a government in the Parliament of Romania. He characterized the ongoing legislative stalemate as a direct result of PSD and AUR, which he labeled true system parties in Romania that wish to preserve the status quo rather than pursue reform and modernization.
Relations With UDMR and Characterization of the Opposition
Despite criticisms regarding communication gaps, Mureșan expressed strong appreciation for UDMR, telling HotNews he has nothing to reproach his colleagues for. He credited UDMR for maintaining a reliable partnership alongside PNL and USR.
Contrasting the reform bloc with the opposition, Mureșan asserted via HotNews that PSD formed an antireformatory majority when it built this majority from the moment of submitting the motion of censure. He claimed that PSD has shifted away from its pro-European platform, describing the party as a somewhat smaller AUR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who nominated Siegfried Mureșan for prime minister?
According to HotNews, Mureșan was proposed for the function of prime minister by PNL, USR, and UDMR.
Does Siegfried Mureșan currently have a parliamentary majority?
Mureșan stated in his HotNews interview that while the three parties hold more votes than PSD, indeed, no one currently has an absolute majority for passing a government in the Parliament of Romania.
What was the primary political focus during August, according to Mureșan?
Per his statements to HotNews, Mureșan focused on supporting the Government of Romania, ministers, and prime minister to close as many targets and obtain as many European funds for Romania as possible under the PNRR before the August 31 deadline.
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