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Luca Niculescu's appointment as Prime Minister faced initial skepticism within PSD, but Marian Neacșu endorsed him, highlighting Niculescu's collaborative approach. Neacșu, influential yet less visible, previously served as Vice Premier under Ilie Bolojan. Their past cooperation in overcoming bureaucratic hurdles for Romania's OECD accession solidified their partnership. Niculescu insisted on Neacșu's role as Vice Premier in his government, where Neacșu also received the significant Interior Ministry post despite a past conviction. Niculescu defended Neacșu against public criticism, emphasizing his competence in Romanian administration.