Ponta expressed his commitment to defending Moldova against potential Russian aggression, highlighting Romania's strategic position as a NATO and EU member.

Ponta has also stated his opposition to civil unions for same-sex couples, indicating a conservative stance on social issues.

Romania is set to re-run its presidential election on May 14, 2025, following the cancellation of the December 2024 vote due to allegations of Russian interference.

Victor Ponta, a former Prime Minister and current presidential candidate, has pledged to ban Ukrainian grain exports through Romania if he wins the presidency.

Since the onset of the Russian invasion in 2022, Romania has facilitated the export of approximately 29 million tons of Ukrainian grain, becoming a crucial alternative route amid threats to Black Sea trade.

Ponta criticized the preferential policies for Ukrainian grain imports, asserting that they negatively impact Romanian farmers and local agriculture.

Victor Ponta, aged 52, previously served as Romania's Prime Minister from 2012 to 2015, resigning after public backlash over a deadly nightclub fire.

In 2024, Romanian farmers protested against the free trade agreement with Ukraine, claiming it harmed their livelihoods and urging the government to impose import limits on Ukrainian agricultural products.

He advocates for increasing Romanian defense spending to over 3% of GDP by 2026, emphasizing the importance of the Mihail Kogalniceanu military air base.

In addition to defense spending, Ponta aims to enhance military collaboration, focusing on partnerships with Poland and Turkey.

Recent polling suggests Ponta could enter a run-off against far-right candidate George Simion, reflecting his shift towards ultranationalism.

His proposed 'Romania first' policy prioritizes EU accession for Moldova and the Western Balkans, showcasing his focus on regional integration.