Calin Georgescu Enters Romanian Presidential Race After Election Annulment

Calin Georgescu has entered the Romanian presidential race after the annulment of the previous election. He submitted his candidacy with 324,000 signatures and has strong support. The first round of elections is scheduled for May 4, 2025, with a possible runoff on May 18. Other candidates include Nicusor Dan and Crin Antonescu.

Calin Georgescu has officially entered the race for the presidency of Romania following the annulment of the previous year’s election by the Constitutional Court. This development, reported by the official Agerpres news agency, alters the political dynamics in the nation. The ruling coalition has announced that the first round of the presidential elections will take place on May 4, 2025, with a possible runoff on May 18.

Georgescu’s candidacy has garnered significant support, as he submitted 324,000 signatures, endorsed by prominent figures such as George Simion, leader of the Alliance for the Unity of Romanians (AUR), and Anamaria Gavrila, president of the Young People’s Party (POT). The Central Electoral Bureau has confirmed the registration of Georgescu’s candidacy.

In addition to Georgescu, Bucharest Mayor Nicusor Dan has also announced his presidential candidacy, supported by the People’s Movement Party (PMP) and Right Force. Another contender, Crin Antonescu, associated with the PSD-PNL-UDMR coalition, is anticipated to announce his candidacy shortly, further intensifying the competitive landscape of the presidential race.

Calin Georgescu’s official entry into the Romanian presidential race signals a pivotal moment following the annulment of last year’s election. With strong backing and a substantial number of signatures, he joins a growing list of candidates, including Bucharest Mayor Nicusor Dan and the expected candidacy of Crin Antonescu. The upcoming elections scheduled for May 4 and a potential runoff on May 18 promise to reshape Romania’s political future.

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