IDM Director Sebastian Schäffer for Radiotelevisión Española on the Romanian presidential elections

In the article titled “Rumanía repite las elecciones presidenciales entre la fatiga política y el auge ultranacionalista” (Romania repeats presidential elections amid political fatigue and the rise of ultranationalism), Sebastian Schäffer, director of the Institute for the Danube Region and Central Europe (IDM), provides insight into the potential outcomes of the Romanian presidential elections for the Spanish public radio and television service RTVE. 

Schäffer notes that if George Simion, the ultranationalist candidate, wins the first round, his success in the second round will largely depend on his opponent. He questions the willingness of other parties to collaborate in opposing Simion, highlighting the uncertainty surrounding potential alliances and their impact on the election’s outcome. 

This commentary reflects the broader concerns about the political landscape in Romania, where the rise of ultranationalist sentiments and the fragmentation of traditional political alliances could significantly influence the direction of the country’s leadership. 

For more detailed information, you can read the full article (in Spanish) here.