Analysts say Dan’s presidency represents both continuity and change for Romania, affirming its pro-Western alignment and opening the door for policies to address domestic demands for reform and transp

Urban voters, women and ethnic minorities overwhelmingly supported Dan. His conservative rival, George Simion, has announced plans to file a legal challenge to annul the election, citing 'foreign interference.

Nicusor Dan, the mayor of Bucharest, defeated George Simion, a nationalist aligned with President Trump who had been seen as the front-runner.