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Journalist Bogdan Tiberiu Iacob highlights potential challenges in the merger between PNL and Forța Dreptei, led by Ludovic Orban. He argues that the negotiation mandate from PNL's leadership is insufficient for finalizing the merger, as it requires approval from the supreme decision-making bodies of both parties. Iacob outlines two scenarios: either Ilie Bolojan will soon convene a PNL congress, or Orban's return will be delayed until internal tensions ease. He emphasizes that the merger process cannot conclude solely through party leadership decisions, referencing legal requirements for approval. The decision to negotiate with Forța Dreptei was made on November 8, and Orban's return hinges on the merger's completion, raising questions about the internal power dynamics within PNL.