Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan asserted on November 28, 2025, that Romania exhibits a concerning duality in its economic approach: adopting Anglo-Saxon tax models while simultaneously displaying “balkan behaviors” in financial administration. The remarks, delivered during a Digi24 interview, highlight a perceived disconnect between policy frameworks and practical implementation, perhaps impacting public trust and economic stability.
Bolojan’s assessment points to a systemic issue where sophisticated tax structures are undermined by inefficient or opaque money management practices. This discrepancy, he suggests, hinders Romania’s ability to fully benefit from its economic reforms and maintain investor confidence. The Prime Minister’s comments come at a time of ongoing debate surrounding pension-salary combinations and broader fiscal policy adjustments.
The Prime Minister also addressed his working relationship with Minister of Transport Sorin Grindeanu, stating that public statements sometimes diverge from private discussions. Bolojan recounted telling Grindeanu to “keep his head up” amidst scrutiny, and revealed a purposeful effort to avoid relying on CVs when assembling his team, preferring to assess candidates based on demonstrated performance.He referenced a recent conversation with Minister Moșteanu, offering encouragement.
Bolojan further explained his government’s position on the combined pension-salary issue, offering detailed explanations to the public. Links to further reporting on Bolojan’s comments regarding Minister Moșteanu and the pension-salary issue are available on Digi24.ro.
