- Jun 21
Ilie Bolojan re-elected as PNL president on a mandate of reform, while party sends ultimatum to five members including prime minister-designate
Romania's National Liberal Party (PNL) reconfirmed Ilie Bolojan as its leader at an extraordinary congress on 21 June, adopting a resolution that sharpens its centre-right course and excludes a future coalition with the Social Democrats.
- Jun 18
Romania’s PM-designate presses pause after PSD postpones decision on joining his cabinet
Adrian Veștea, Romania’s prime minister-designate, appealed for patience and responsible negotiation on June 18 after the Social Democratic Party (PSD) stalled its decision on whether to join his proposed government. The delay, set to last until Sunday, exposes deep fractures inside the former ruling coalition and leaves the country without a stable executive after more than six weeks of political instability.
- Jun 15
Söder unveils 10-point plan to quell CSU revolt after vice-chief Weber demands course change
The Bavarian premier and CSU leader presented a package of internal reforms after a closed-door party executive meeting that aired months of frustration over his style and the March local election losses.
- Jun 12
EU's new asylum rules take effect: border screening, solidarity and uncertainty on day one
The Common European Asylum System (GEAS) entered into force on 12 June 2026, introducing faster border procedures, a mandatory solidarity mechanism and a list of safe countries of origin — though several member states remain unprepared.
