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Romania parliament rejects liberal PM-designate Adrian Vestea

Prime Minister-designate Adrian Vestea addresses parliament during a vote to confirm his new government in Bucharest.
Prime Minister-designate Adrian Vestea addresses parliament during a vote to confirm his new government in Bucharest on June 22, 2026. © Mihai Barbu, AFP

Romania's parliament rejected prime minister-designate Adrian Vestea on Monday, extending months of political turmoil in the EU and NATO member bordering Ukraine and raising the prospect of a snap election if a second government nominee also fails to secure lawmakers' backing.

Romania's parliament on Monday rejected liberal politician Adrian Vestea as prime minister-designate, a fresh political upset following months of turmoil in the EU and NATO country bordering Ukraine.

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