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The Ministry of Development is promoting a package to encourage voluntary mergers of small localities, offering tax exemptions for five years. Local leaders can hold referendums during a transition period before the new territorial reform becomes mandatory. Minister Alexandru Stoica emphasizes the need for incentives, including tax relief and improved public services. Most employees from merged municipalities are expected to be absorbed by the new administration, while some may leave through retirement or voluntary departure. Stoica notes that many public sector employees are expected to retire naturally in the coming years, which could balance staffing levels without layoffs.