Romanian President Appoints a Ukrainian-Born Candidate as Prime Minister: Who Is Eugen Tomac?.

Eugen Tomac Nominated for Prime Minister

According to Espreso.tv: On June 4, 2023, Romanian President Nicușor Dan designated Eugen Tomac as the candidate for prime minister. The official decree was signed the following day, June 5. Tomac has until June 15, 2023, to form a new government.

Tomac, 44, was born in the village of Ozerne, located in Ukraine’s Odesa region, and moved to Romania at the age of 17. His political career began in 2006, and by 2013 he had co-founded the 'People’s Movement Party.' He has led this party since 2018 and is expected to remain its head until March 2026. In the 2012 parliamentary elections, he secured 78.6% of the vote among Romanian citizens living abroad. In 2019, he was elected to the European Parliament.

Priorities for the New Government

Romania’s previous prime minister, Nicolae Boloșan, was dismissed on May 5, 2023. In his new role, Tomac has outlined key priorities for the incoming administration, including:

• ensuring national security
• strengthening the strategic partnership with the United States and NATO
• maintaining economic stability

Additional strategic goals include utilizing funds from the National Recovery and Resilience Plan (PNRR) by August 2026 and advancing Romania’s bid to join the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD).

With a strong political background and significant voter support, Tomac is well-positioned to lead the government. His administration is expected to focus on critical issues shaping Romania’s future.

Tomac’s appointment signals Romania’s commitment to stability and progress amid a shifting political landscape.

His plans to deepen cooperation with the U.S. and NATO highlight the need to address modern security challenges. Meanwhile, the emphasis on absorbing European funds and pursuing OECD membership underscores a strategy aimed at economic growth and deeper integration into international institutions.