Romania’s pro-European government has collapsed after losing a vote of no confidence in parliament, triggering renewed political instability less than a year after the coalition took office.
The prime minister told lawmakers ahead of the vote that the motion was “false, cynical and artificial,” arguing that countries facing multiple crises should seek to consolidate governments rather than replace them.
The collapse comes amid an austerity drive and a surge in support for far-right parties, deepening uncertainty in the European Union member state.
The failed vote brings fresh turmoil to Romania’s political landscape, raising questions over the formation of a new government and the country’s policy direction in the coming months.