Source: European Parliament
The Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF)[1] is a temporary instrument governed by the RRF Regulation. The facility finances reforms and investments in EU Member States which must be completed by 31 August 2026. It is distinct from the Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF)[2], which constitutes the EU long-term budget.
In the case of the RRF, i f the Commission assesses that not all milestones and targets associated with specific instalments are satisfactorily met, the Commission can make partial payments and suspend part of the payment.
Member States then have six months to take the necessary measures to ensure the satisfactory fulfilment of the relevant milestones and targets. If measures are not taken within six months, the overall amount of the financial or loan contribution under the RRF is correspondingly reduced.
The implementation of Romania’s recovery and resilience plan is currently delayed due to, in particular, deficiencies in administrative capacity. In its 2024 country-specific recommendations, the Council thus asked Romania to significantly accelerate the implementation of the recovery and resilience plan by guaranteeing effective governance and strengthening administrative capacity.
Like with all Member States, the Commission is working closely with Romania to support the implementation of its plan. The Commission is discussing reforms and investments, allowing the Romanian authorities identifying potential risks and possible measures in addressing them.
This is done through e.g. the technical support instrument, regular meetings and an upcoming revision of the plan prepared in cooperation with the Romanian authorities, to ensure that all the investments which can be implemented by August 2026 are prioritised.