- Romania plans to its standard VAT rate from 19% to 21% as part of a fiscal reform package to address a growing budget deficit. Essential items like food and medicines will continue to have a reduced VAT rate of 11%. The government also announced a freeze on public-sector wages and pensions, and a 10% increase in excise duties on fuel and alcoholic beverages. These measures aim to prevent the risk of defaulting on debts and to restore investor confidence. Romania’s budget deficit was 9.3% of GDP last year, significantly above the EU’s recommended 3% ceiling. Further fiscal adjustments are expected soon.
Source: balkaninsight.com
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