In Romania, shifts in political dynamics are underway as outgoing President Klaus Iohannis is anticipated to appoint Marcel Ciolacu from the Social Democrat Party as the next Prime Minister.

The newly formed coalition, comprising three pro-European parties, seeks to forge a stable majority in parliament, ensuring roles for ethnic Hungarian and centrists.

Challenges lie ahead for this government as they aim to tackle economic concerns, manage national elections and mitigate far-right influences following recent electoral controversies.

(With inputs from agencies.)