Approximately 2,500 delegates from across Romania convened at an extraordinary PNL (National Liberal Party) congress at Romexpo on Sunday. The primary purpose of the congress was to elect Ilie Bolojan as the new party president and to approve amendments to the party’s statutes. This meeting was called following President Nicusor Dan’s appointment of Adrian Vestea as Prime Minister without prior party endorsement, a move that has caused internal division. The congress proceeded despite a boycott by certain party members, details of which were not specified in the report. Bolojan’s election signals a potential shift in the party’s direction following the controversial prime ministerial appointment. The statutory changes approved aim to address internal governance and decision-making processes within the PNL. The event underscores ongoing tensions within the Romanian political landscape.