Manfred Weber: Romania must not lose European funds from the PNRR
The leader of the European People's Party (EPP), Manfred Weber, recently made important clarifications regarding the situation of European funds allocated to Romania. He emphasized that the political group he leads wants our country to benefit from the entire amount of money provided through the Recovery and Resilience Mechanism.
The statements come in the context of a letter addressed to the European Commission, which raised questions about how Romania is managing these financial resources. Manfred Weber wanted to clarify the EPP's position, assuring the authorities in Bucharest that the purpose of the initiative is not to penalize the country, but to ensure the correct implementation of projects.
The funds from the National Recovery and Resilience Plan (PNRR) are essential for the development of infrastructure, the healthcare system, and education in Romania. Losing any part of this money would represent a major obstacle for the investments planned at the national level in the coming years.
In conclusion, the message conveyed by the EPP leader is one of support for Romania, provided that European rules are respected. The Romanian authorities are now encouraged to continue the necessary reforms to ensure that all allocated funds will be accessed and used efficiently for the benefit of the citizens.