Romania’s finance minister, Alexandru Nazare, said he cannot dismiss the prospect of additional taxes or levies in 2027. He added that he does not wish to adopt such a measure. The minister’s comments were made while acknowledging fiscal challenges. Analysts consulted by the newspaper Adevărul argued that higher or new taxes would not constitute an effective solution for reducing the budget deficit. The analysts suggested that the deficit issue requires alternative approaches. Public sentiment is captured by the phrase that Romanians can no longer tighten their belt. The discussion reflects ongoing debate over the country’s fiscal policy options.