Sorin Grindeanu, president of Romania’s Social Democratic Party (PSD), convened all PSD ministers for a meeting at the Palace of the Parliament on 28 January 2026 to discuss the 2026 budget and the party’s economic revival package. The meeting followed Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan’s statement that he did not rule out a minority government without PSD participation. Grindeanu highlighted the need for swift adoption of the economic stimulus package along with administrative reforms, stressing that delays could cost thousands of jobs. He also outlined the party’s proposals for pension assistance, including two‑tranche payments for retirees with pensions between 1,500 and 3,000 lei, and a larger aid for those below 1,500 lei. The meeting took place amid internal PSD tensions, with party secretary general Claudiu Manda threatening a motion of no confidence against Bolojan. The discussions aimed to secure funding for major infrastructure projects, particularly in healthcare and transport, to meet the National Recovery and Resilience Plan (PNRR) targets.

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