Designated PM claims interim finance minister wants to stay on

Romania's designated Prime Minister, Adrian Veștea, has asserted that the interim Minister of Finance, Alexandru Nazare, has expressed his willingness to continue in his role within Veștea's proposed government. This claim emerges amidst a deepening political dispute between the PNL party leadership and Veștea following his nomination for Prime Minister.

Veștea stated in a television interview that he had a serious discussion with Nazare, who indicated his intention to be part of the new cabinet. "Alexandru Nazare has the necessary openness to be part of the future government. Alexandru Nazare has expressed his intention to be part of it," Veștea said. He emphasized the importance of leaving personal ambitions aside to ensure the successful completion of the budget, which Nazare was involved in constructing.

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Alexandru Nazare has the necessary openness to be part of the future government. Alexandru Nazare has expressed his intention to be part of it.

The designated Prime Minister highlighted the need for continuity at the Ministry of Finance, given Nazare's direct involvement in budget preparation and his engagement with institutions monitoring the Romanian economy. Veștea expressed confidence that Nazare would maintain his commitment despite political pressures stemming from the PNL's decision.

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I had a very serious discussion today, we met in the morning, I told him my intention and I think it is necessary to leave aside egos and all sorts of other aspects, it is about bringing a budget that you have built to a successful conclusion.

The PNL's national leadership had previously decided that any liberal party member supporting Veștea or agreeing to join his proposed government would face expulsion from the party. Veștea acknowledged this decision but suggested that Nazare's commitment to the budget process should take precedence.

It remains to be seen whether Alexandru Nazare will publicly confirm his intention to join Veștea's government, especially given the PNL's ultimatum. The situation places liberal politicians who might collaborate with Veștea in a precarious position, risking their party membership.

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I wanted a portfolio that would be assumed by the Prime Minister, that of Finance, for this reason I took it upon myself from the beginning to ensure that he is willing to come and work with me.