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The Romanian government, led by Ciolacu, allocated nearly 12 billion euros from the Reserve Fund in 2024, bypassing standard budgetary processes. This fund, originally intended for emergencies, was used to cover various ministries' expenses without transparency. The Court of Accounts revealed that significant amounts were directed towards key ministries, primarily for current expenses and unpaid bills. The lack of clear criteria for these allocations raised concerns about fiscal discipline and predictability in the economy, leading to a historic budget deficit of approximately 32 billion euros. The government's approach has been criticized for undermining public financial management and accountability.