New Romanian President Nicusor Dan sworn in, vowing to tackle economic woes and divisions.

Romanian President Nicusor Dan, a 55-year-old former mayor and mathematician, was sworn in on May 26, ending a political crisis that saw the previous election annulled. Dan defeated his hard-right opponent in a re-run election, promising to address economic issues, large budget deficits, and societal divisions. He must now nominate a prime minister to form a government, with his success crucial for Romania's stability and continued alignment with Western alliances, especially amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.