Pensions and salaries could remain frozen in 2027 as well, due to public debt

Romania is facing a possible new year of frozen incomes: both pensions and salaries could remain unchanged in 2027 as well, amid the accelerating growth of public debt. The final decision regarding income increases will fall to the incoming Government.

Pensioners are calling for an indexation of at least 15% and have announced that, if their demand is not met, they will take the Government to court.

How large has public debt become

According to data from the Ministry of Finance and the Fiscal Council, Romania's public debt currently stands at 60.01% of GDP. Projections indicate continued growth in the coming years:

• 2027 – 63.3% of GDP
• 2028 – 63.9% of GDP
• 2030 – approximately 70% of GDP

The current state of pensions

According to data cited in the article, the average pension in Romania is 2,782 RON, whilst the minimum pension stands at 1,281 RON. The reference point value used in the calculation of pensions is 81 RON.