Petre Roman discusses his pension boost and ongoing academic work at age 80
Former Romanian prime minister Petre Roman revealed that his pension was raised following the 2024 recalculation and that he remains active in academia.
During the program "Poarta Pangrati" on TVR 2, former prime minister Petre Roman disclosed that his pension was adjusted upward after the 2024 nationwide pension recalculation. He emphasized that, after five decades of work, the increase reflects his continuous contributions. Roman also confirmed that his income is supplemented by academic activities, such as lecturing and participating in conferences abroad, and that he holds a teaching role at a Geneva university.
He spoke about his lifestyle habits, noting that regular swimming helps him feel young and enjoy life. The interview also recalled his historic role as Romania's first prime minister after the fall of communism in 1989-1991.
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The story shows how a senior public figure balances pension reforms with ongoing professional engagement.
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