Romanian politicians trade barbs over political agreements and European Parliament seats

Daniel Zamfir, leader of the PSD senators, accused PNL MEP Siegfried Mureșan of hypocrisy on Monday, July 13, following Mureșan's criticisms of the Social Democratic Party (PSD). Zamfir also urged former President Traian Băsescu to reveal the circumstances under which Mureșan secured a place on the PMP lists for the European Parliament.

"I understand Siegfried is determined 'not to return to the arms of the PSD.' Well, Siegfried, were you comfortable in the arms of the PSD when you got into the European Parliament? Surely yes! And because you are a hypocrite and will hide the truth, I believe President Băsescu has a moral obligation to tell us from whose arms you ended up in his arms and then parachuted onto the PMP lists! Come on, Mr. President! A little honor wouldn't hurt... or do you want it to remain as your late advisor, Adrian Rădulescu, said?" Zamfir stated on Facebook.

Earlier on Monday, Siegfried Mureșan had asserted that the PSD violated a May agreement with PNL, USR, and UDMR, which stipulated that the PSD would assume government leadership in 2027. Mureșan claimed the PSD and Sorin Grindeanu demonstrated a disregard for political commitments, contrasting it with the PNL's adherence to the 2021 agreement, which saw PNL cede governance to the PSD in 2023. He further alleged that the PSD, with AUR's support, prematurely backed the dismissal of the PNL prime minister, a year ahead of the agreed-upon timeline.

Mureșan also criticized the PSD for not committing to continue reform measures initiated by the Bolojan Government. He argued these reforms are crucial for absorbing remaining PNRR funds and achieving sustainable economic growth. Mureșan contended that a government formed by PNL, USR, and UDMR is the only guarantee for completing the PNRR by summer and securing remaining European funds, citing their success in accelerating European fund absorption, reducing the deficit, and unblocking the PNRR.

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