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Romania has reached about 70% of the economic convergence level with the EU, but this progress is not guaranteed. Cristian Popa from the National Bank of Romania emphasized the need for economic adjustments and attracting private investment to sustain growth. He warned that delaying necessary reforms could lead to tougher corrections imposed by creditors. The potential for economic growth relies heavily on private sector value creation and maintaining investor confidence. Popa linked Romania's eurozone accession to reducing the budget deficit below 3% of GDP, highlighting the importance of balanced fiscal management alongside investment support.