Two months after withdrawing political support for the government led by Ilie Bolojan, contributing to its downfall and triggering the current political crisis, PSD is now urging all parliamentary parties to set aside conflicts and collaborate to form a majority that would allow the installation of a full-powered government. The Social Democrats argue that the current political deadlock prolongs the economic crisis and directly affects the population’s standard of living.
In a statement released on Thursday, PSD calls on both parliamentarians and party leaders to adopt a „constructive behavior” to form a parliamentary majority and install a new Executive.
PSD: The Economy is Already in Recession
The Social Democrats claim that official data shows a significant deterioration of the economic situation and cite several worrying indicators.
"The national economy is officially in recession, we have the highest inflation in Europe, there have already been 10 months of declining consumption, and unemployment and public debt are increasing rapidly. These were the reasons why PSD acted to change the direction of governance," the statement reads.
According to PSD, maintaining a dismissed government with limited powers only exacerbates economic and social problems.
"A Majority for Citizens, Not for Politicians"
PSD argues that parties have an obligation to prioritize the public interest and reach a political compromise.
"We all have a duty to denounce political egos and think first and foremost about those who have entrusted us with their vote of confidence. We have a duty to build a majority for citizens, not for politicians," the Social Democrats convey.
The party states that the future majority should be built around economic measures that address the population's challenges and be included in the new government's program.
PSD Wants a Prime Minister Designated Next Week
The Social Democrats believe that parties must reach an agreement as soon as possible.
"We have a duty to present this majority to the President of Romania next week for the designation of a prime minister who will take on the economic recovery solutions," the statement further reads.
Finally, PSD warns that refusing dialogue and imposing conditions they consider disproportionate risks prolonging the political deadlock and affecting the interests of citizens, regardless of their voting preference.