1992, April 7. 2001. The Encyclopedia of World History

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1992, April 7

The ruling National Salvation Front (mostly made up of former Communists) split when the NSF–22 December Group (supporting President Iliescu) elected a national council and described itself as a “social-democratic” party.	1

Sept. 27

The second general election since 1989 took place. The Democratic Convention of Romania (DCR), a Center-Right coalition, did well in urban areas, and the Democratic National Salvation Front (DNSF), the party of incumbent president Iliescu, did well in rural areas.	2

Oct. 11

Ion Iliescu (of the DNSF) won another four-year term as president in a runoff election, defeating Emil Constantinescu (of the DCR).	3

Nov. 4

President Iliescu appointed Nicolae Vacaroiu as prime minister.	4


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