www.mediafax.ro/politic/romania-risca-o-penalitate

Romania is likely to face a penalty related to the PNRR integrity law, potentially costing between 100 and 200 million euros. Minister Ghigiu expressed concerns over the government's communication with the European Commission, which may have undermined Romania's position. He criticized the authorities for suggesting that the milestone might not have been fully met. Ghigiu hopes for a lower penalty but acknowledges the difficulty in avoiding sanctions due to the government's admissions of shortcomings. The potential loss of grant funding could impact Romania's deficit in 2026, raising concerns for the European Commission.