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Romania's Finance Minister Alexandru Nazare announced a significant reduction in the deficit to 3.8% in September, down from 5.5% last year. He emphasized the importance of understanding the deficit in its entirety, noting that final figures will be published annually, with the next update expected in 2027. Nazare clarified that the quarterly deficit figures are provisional and should not cause panic. He highlighted that resources have been focused on the National Recovery and Resilience Plan (PNRR), impacting the state budget. Despite the improvements, he acknowledged ongoing structural financial obligations that remain a challenge for the country.