Former Romanian President Traian Băsescu has warned that Romania risks a credit rating downgrade to “junk” status if the proposed government led by Adrian Veștea fails to secure parliamentary approval. Băsescu expressed pessimism regarding the likelihood of lawmakers supporting Veștea’s cabinet. A downgrade would significantly increase borrowing costs for the Romanian state and negatively impact the national economy. The warning comes as political negotiations continue and the country faces a period of governmental instability. The potential for a “junk” rating reflects concerns about Romania’s fiscal management and economic outlook. Failure to form a stable government quickly is seen as exacerbating these concerns by international financial institutions. This situation creates uncertainty for investors and could hinder economic growth.