What Ilie Bolojan says about a possible suspension of President Nicușor Dan
Translated from Romanian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Ilie Bolojan, President of the National Liberal Party (PNL), stated that his party will not support an initiative to suspend President Nicușor Dan.
- Bolojan emphasized the need for stable institutions in Romania, arguing that criticizing officeholders is acceptable, but undermining stability is detrimental.
- The statement comes after AUR party leader George Simion announced intentions to initiate proceedings for Dan's suspension if a prime minister is not appointed.
Ilie Bolojan, president of Romania's National Liberal Party (PNL), has declared that his party will not back any move to suspend President Nicușor Dan. Bolojan stressed the importance of stable institutions, particularly in a country where public trust is already low.
Speaking on TVR 1, Bolojan responded to an announcement by George Simion, leader of the AUR party, who intends to begin procedures for Dan's suspension. Simion's ultimatum is tied to the appointment of a prime minister, a decision he expects from the head of state this week.
"We can certainly criticize the holder of any office, regardless of the position," Bolojan stated, "but if we think about this country, we need stable cadres. And it is a decision that the respective party can certainly support."
Bolojan's comments highlight a division within the political landscape regarding the approach to governmental stability. While AUR appears ready to pursue drastic measures, the PNL, under Bolojan's leadership, advocates for maintaining institutional integrity and avoiding actions that could further erode public confidence.
We can certainly criticize the holder of any office, regardless of the position, but if we think about this country, we need stable cadres. And it is a decision that the respective party can certainly support.
Originally published by Adevărul in Romanian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.