Social-democrats and liberals shake hands to assure long-term political stability, leaders say

The social-democrat leader mentioned the accord represents an important step to assure political stability in Romania and that he strongly believes "the mature political forces" will contribute at the set up of a government led by Klaus Johannis as prime-minister.

The president of the liberals, Crin Antonescu, said he inked the agreement convinced that it is a healthy gesture for the country and that is not only meant to support a candidate for the second round of the presidential elections.

Antonescu said his support for Geoana is precise and stable, and that it will turn to all shapes during the campaign for the second round of the elections, as it is "a national interest" for Romania to have another president.