Romanian administration commences venture to pinpoint profitable collaborative ventures involving public and private sectors
**Romania Advances Public-Private Partnership Initiative**
Romania is moving forward with a national portfolio of investment projects, utilising public-private partnership (PPP) mechanisms to attract private capital and expertise. This initiative aims to bolster economic and social outcomes across the country. Here is a summary of the timeline, progress, and key project details:
**Timeline** - *December 2024*: The Ministry of Finance issued Order no. 6695/17.12.2024, providing guides and methodologies to aid public institutions in understanding and implementing PPP legislation [1]. - *May 2025*: A national training session for central and local authorities took place between May 26 and 29, focusing on enhancing capacity in PPPs [1]. - *July 2025*: All line ministries are required to submit proposals for investment projects suitable for PPP structuring by the end of the month [1].
**Progress** - *Initiative Launch*: The initiative was launched by the Ministry of Finance, with the goal of creating a national portfolio of investment projects through PPP mechanisms [1]. - *Capacity Building*: Training sessions have been conducted to enhance the capacity of central and local authorities in managing PPP projects [1]. - *Project Identification*: The focus is on identifying projects with significant economic and social impact that can attract private investment [1].
**Key Project Details** - *Submission Requirements*: Ministries must provide essential project details such as objectives, technical and economic indicators, estimated investment value, preparation stage, land status, and approvals or authorisations already obtained [1]. - *Economic Impact*: The projects aim to attract substantial private capital and expertise, contributing to economic growth and social development [1]. - *Social Impact*: The initiative also seeks projects that can deliver significant social benefits, aligning with broader national development goals [1].
**Future Outlook**
As of now, specific project details are not yet publicly available. However, the initiative is expected to address various sectors that could benefit from PPPs, such as infrastructure, health, and education. The Romanian government's efforts to expand PPP usage are part of a broader strategy to enhance economic growth and meet social needs effectively.
- The national training session was held for both central and local authorities. - Each submission must include key project details such as objectives, technical and economic indicators, estimated investment value, current preparation stage, land status, and any approvals or authorisations already obtained. - The deadline for submitting these analyses is at the end of July this year. - The training session aimed to build capacity in understanding and applying PPP legislation. - The national training session was part of the Ministry's efforts to enhance understanding and application of PPP legislation. - The Ministry of Finance's initiative to expand the use of PPPs in public investment continues recent efforts. - The analysis should also include the situation of the lands involved, specifically ownership and whether expropriation is required. - Finance minister Alexandru Nazare has requested all line ministries to conduct internal reviews and submit proposals for investment projects suitable for PPP structuring by the end of July.
[1] Source: Ministry of Finance press release, dated May 31, 2025.
- The national training session, organized by the Ministry of Finance, was aimed at both central and local authorities to build capacity in understanding and applying Public-Private Partnership (PPP) legislation.
- As part of Romania's initiative to bolster economic and social outcomes, the Ministry of Finance has requested all line ministries to submit detailed proposals for investment projects suitable for PPP structuring by the end of July, including essential project details such as objectives, technical and economic indicators, estimated investment value, current preparation stage, land status, and any approvals or authorisations already obtained.
