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  • Romania continues to support Ukraine

    Romania continues to support Ukraine

    On Wednesday, Romania’s Foreign Minister, Emil Hurezeanu attended a working meeting of EU ambassadors accredited to Bucharest. According to a Foreign Ministry press release, in the context of the war in neighboring Ukraine and the decisions of EU political leaders during the latest meetings, Emil Hurezeanu highlighted Romania’s support for strengthening the EU’s security and defense policy. Such steps need to be carried out in cooperation with NATO, Minister Hurezeanu argued, reiterating the importance of a robust trans-Atlantic partnership, which, the official says, is key for European security and prosperity. According to the Foreign Ministry, Minister Hurezeanu emphasized Romania’s support for continuing multilateral support for neighboring Ukraine. At the same time, Emil Hurezeanu highlighted Bucharest’s contribution to achieving a just and lasting peace, in accordance with the principles of international law.

     

    On the other hand, Emil Hurezeanu reiterated Romania’s support for the continuation of the EU enlargement process and stressed the importance of the EU accession of both the Eastern and Western Balkan partners, based on their own merits. As for the neighboring Republic of Moldova, Emil Hurezeanu referred to the EU integration efforts undertaken by this state and highlighted the need for continued support from the EU and Member States for Chișinău’s efforts in that direction. The Romanian Foreign Minister also hailed the latest developments at the level of the European Parliament regarding the approval of the Facility for the Republic of Moldova. On the other hand, on the sidelines of his meeting with EU ambssadors, Emil Hurezeanu stressed the importance of the objective of developing European economic competitiveness by consolidating the single market, promoting innovation and connectivity. Minister Hurezeanu highlighted the need for the future EU Multiannual Financial Framework to respond to the priorities set at EU level in the 2024-2029 Strategic Agenda. In this context, the Romanian official underlined the important role of the Cohesion Policy and the Common Agricultural Policy, which he regards as essential instruments for creating a solid basis for implementing competitiveness policies and for achieving convergence at European level.

     

    Last month, interim president Ilie Bolojan also told ambassadors accredited toBucharest that the main directions of Romanian foreign policy remain unchanged. He recalled Romania’s strategic partnership with the United States of America, but also the country’s NATO and EU membership. “We remain a country that firmly believes in the future of the European Union. We remain pro-Atlantic and a responsible allied state”, Ilie Bolojan gave assurances. (VP)

  • Romanian foreign policy priorities

    Romanian foreign policy priorities

    The European Union understands that Romania remains a strong, stable state with priorities aligned with European ones, the Vice-President of the European Commission for Social Rights and Skills, Quality Jobs and Preparedness, Roxana Mînzatu, said after meeting on Tuesday with Romania’s Foreign Minister, Emil Hurezeanu, in Brussels. The two officials discussed support for the EU enlargement process, continuing support for Ukraine and the Republic of Moldova, developing a strategic vision for the Black Sea, promoting convergence and cohesion objectives in negotiations on the upcoming post-2027 Multiannual Financial Framework or consolidating European action in the field of defense. Roxana Mînzatu:

     

    “We are aware Romania’s contribution is making Europe strong, not only from the perspective of the security of the Eastern Flank, of energy security. There are multiple ways Romania makes Europe stronger, and the European Union understands that. We also discussed Romania’s role in supporting candidate states, especially Moldova, Ukraine. It is important to look at how we support the preparation of candidate states. Romania’s role is particularly important”.

     

    According to the European Commission Vice-President, one of the topics discussed during the meeting referred to the automotive industry, a vital sector for Romania as well. “’I will be part of this effort to support industries, to create new jobs and develop new investments in Europe”, Roxana Mînzatu gave assurances. The two officials also discussed the Green Industrialization Plan, which the European Commission will soon launch and ways Romania can contribute, but also benefit from clear priorities within this mechanism.

     

    “We want Romania to be a well-developed, robust presence in areas of interest to the EU”, Emil Hurezeanu said in turn. The Romanian Foreign Minister added that the EU is preparing plans, ideas and strategic documents, and Romania has specific interests in this regard. Minister Hurezeanu in particular referred to projects targeting the Black Sea strategy, the Republic of Moldova or the 2028-2034 multiannual budget. During his two-day visit to Brussels, Emil Hurezeanu attended the Foreign Affairs Council meeting and discussed with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte. The minister recalled Romania’s support for the sovereignty, integrity and independence of Ukraine and stressed the importance of continuing the EU’s multidimensional support for the neighboring state. Minister Hurezeanu also reiterated Romania’s support for the European accession efforts of Ukraine and the Republic of Moldova.

     

    On the sidelines of his meeting with the NATO Secretary General, the Romanian official discussed security developments on the Eastern Flank, with a focus on the Black Sea region and the continued effort to strengthen NATO’s deterrence and defense postures. Emil Hurezeanu emphasized Romania’s contribution to Euro-Atlantic security and the deep commitment of Romanian society to democratic values. (VP)