"Nobody is selling anything." Oana Gheorghiu Rejects Accusations That the State Would Sell Strategic Companies: "All the time, PSD knew everything we discussed"

Recent accusations suggesting that the Romanian state intends to sell off strategic companies have been firmly rejected by Deputy Prime Minister Oana Gheorghiu. In a clear and detailed Facebook post, Gheorghiu addressed the "political manipulation" surrounding the reform of state-owned enterprises, asserting that the government's actions are transparent and in line with previously agreed-upon mandates.

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Nobody is selling anything. All the time, PSD knew everything we discussed.

Gheorghiu highlighted that the governing program for 2025-2028, co-signed by all parties in the ruling coalition including the PSD, explicitly includes the listing of minority stakes in state companies. Furthermore, Law no. 48/2025 on public policy for state private property, also adopted by all governing parties, identifies stock market listing as a tool for transparency, corporate discipline, and capital access. The PNRR (National Recovery and Resilience Plan) itself mandates the listing or restructuring of at least three state companies by August 2026. "I invented nothing. I am implementing a mandate collectively assumed, in writing, by all those in government today," Gheorghiu stated.

Speaking from the perspective of Adevărul, we view this as a crucial clarification in a politically charged environment. Gheorghiu's frustration is palpable as she describes deliberate obstacles placed in the government's path. Her insistence that the PSD, a key coalition partner, was consistently informed of all discussions, even through the Secretary-General of the Government, Ștefan Radu Oprea, underscores her commitment to transparency. The claim that PSD "always knew everything we discussed" aims to counter narratives of secrecy and unilateral decision-making.

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I invented nothing. I am implementing a mandate collectively assumed, in writing, by all those in government today.

This situation is particularly interesting from a Romanian viewpoint because it exposes the complex dynamics within coalition governments and the tendency for political parties to engage in public disputes for electoral gain. While international observers might see this as standard political infighting, for us, it directly impacts the implementation of critical reforms necessary for Romania's economic development and access to EU funds. Gheorghiu's defense is not just about defending her ministry's actions but about upholding the integrity of the governing process against what she perceives as politically motivated attacks designed to stall progress.

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All the time, PSD knew everything we discussed. I had no secrets from PSD or any other party because my agenda is one of transparency and good governance, not blockage and procrastination.