Valentin Lazea, chief economist of the NBR, criticizes the fiscal measures proposed to reduce the deficit, suggesting that Romania should adopt the Polish model

Lazea points out that original solutions, such as the solidarity tax, are untested and can cause social discontent. Comparing Romania with Poland, he notes the differences in revenue collection and public spending. Poland has a more efficient tax system, with a stronger social contract between citizens and the state, which allows them to collect more taxes. Lazea also considers Romania's tax system to be lenient, with lower taxes than Poland.