Romania Sets Date for Key Elections

Romania's ruling coalition, consisting of the Social Democrats and Liberals, resolved weeks of political disputes by setting the presidential election for November 24th and December 8th, with parliamentary elections on December 1st. This decision marks a return to the original electoral calendar after initial attempts to move the elections to September. Despite talks of joint candidacies, the parties are likely to field separate candidates, potentially complicating their coalition. The opposition criticized the calendar change, claiming it favored certain parties in the elections. Key candidates for the presidency include George Simion, Diana Șoșoacă, and Elena Lasconi, with uncertainties surrounding the frontrunner. The upcoming elections will play a crucial role in Romania's governance and alignment with EU policies and regional affairs.