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A significant administrative reform is being considered by PSD, potentially reducing Romania to 15 counties. This plan, led by PSD vice-president Dragoș Benea, aims to merge existing counties based on the model of the 15 Courts of Appeal. The proposal could see 26 counties disappear as distinct administrative units, with some retaining regional center status. Major cities like Bucharest may undergo changes, including the potential dissolution of its General Municipality. The reform also includes the reorganization of communes, with various population thresholds being discussed for merging. The final structure remains undecided, with options ranging from 12 to 22 counties.