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În alegerile parlamentare din 2024 din România, Partidul Social Democrat (PSD) a obținut cele mai multe voturi, aproximativ 22%, și a devenit principala forță politică. Alianța pentru Unirea Românilor (AUR) a avut 18%, iar Partidul Național Liberal (PNL) a primit 14%. Uniunea Salvați România (USR) a câștigat în București și în diaspora .
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In the 2024 parliamentary elections in Romania, the Social Democratic Party (PSD) secured the highest number of votes, approximately 22%, becoming the leading political force. The Alliance for the Union of Romanians (AUR) gained 18%, and the National Liberal Party (PNL) received 14%. The Save Romania Union (USR) won in Bucharest and among the diaspora.
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Question 1: Which political party received the most votes in Romania's 2024 parliamentary elections?
The Social Democratic Party (PSD) received the most votes.
Question 2: Where did the Save Romania Union (USR) win in the 2024 elections?
The Save Romania Union (USR) won in Bucharest and abroad.
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▌06/12/2024
The official results of Romania's 2024 parliamentary elections have been announced, revealing a notable political landscape shift. With more than 99% of the votes counted, the Social Democratic Party (PSD) has emerged as the leading political force in both the Senate and the Chamber of Deputies.
According to data from the Central Electoral Bureau (BEC), PSD secured approximately 22% of the vote in both legislative chambers. In second place, the Alliance for the Union of Romanians (AUR) garnered around 18%, reflecting their growing influence in Romanian politics. Meanwhile, the National Liberal Party (PNL) obtained roughly 14%, maintaining a strong presence despite trailing PSD and AUR.
Within the capital city, Bucharest, the Save Romania Union (USR) claimed the top position, overtaking PSD by a small margin with nearly 23% of the ballots accounted for in the city. USR's success was also apparent in the diaspora, where they led slightly over AUR as the vote tally reached approximately 50%.
Romania's 2024 Parliamentary Election Results Announced (Illustration)
The election results reveal significant regional variations in voter preferences. PSD achieved dominant wins in several regions, including Buzău and Tulcea. Conversely, AUR excelled in Arad, Suceava, and Constanța, capturing the interest of voters there. USR gained victories in Timiș and Brașov counties, underscoring their appeal across various territories.
Moreover, the Democratic Alliance of Hungarians in Romania (UDMR) found substantial support in areas with significant Hungarian populations, securing around 6.5% of the national vote. Smaller parties like the S.O.S. Romania, the Party of Young People (POT), and the Union of Independent Socialists (SENS) also succeeded in gaining representation in the new parliament.
Throughout the country, voter turnout was reported at 52.33%, as announced by the BEC. This figure reflects a slightly higher participation than previous elections, indicating increased political engagement among the Romanian electorate.
With these results, Romania's political landscape is set for a new phase, characterised by the emergence of new political forces and adjustments in traditional power dynamics. The newly constituted parliament will play a crucial role in shaping the country's future policy directions and addressing the concerns of a diverse electorate.
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