Sorin Grindeanu, leader of the Social Democratic Party (PSD), expressed optimism that Romania will have a fully empowered government by the end of August. The PSD is formally requesting the mandate to form the next government. Grindeanu indicated a majority could be secured without the support of the National Liberal Party (PNL) and Save Romania Union (USR). He aims for the new governance structure to be in place after August 15th, signaling a firm intent to break the current political deadlock. This move initiates a new phase in Romania's post-election political maneuvering. The PSD believes a functional government is achievable despite potential challenges in building a coalition.