Romania's Defence Minister Nicolae-Ionel Ciuca and Romania's Chief of Defence Daniel Petrescu on Tuesday welcomed Chairman of Pakistan's Joint Staff Committee Nadeem Raza.According to a press statement of the Romanian Defence Ministry (MApN), in their conversation, the high ranking officials underlined the importance of strengthening the military relations, given Romania's NATO and European Union memberships, and Pakistan's being a liaison country between Central Asia and Southeast Asia, along with the mutual support that the two countries have traditionally extended each other within UN and other international bodies."The minister of national defence thanked General Raza for the substantial support provided in the mission of repatriation from Afghanistan of Romanian nationals and nationals of other countries, saying this collaboration is proof of solidarity and trust, both of which underpin our relationship. The members of the two delegations also reviewed the way in which the armed forces of Romania and Pakistan can increase the level of military co-operation by participating in joint exercises, and strengthen bilateral relationships in the area of military education," the MApN statement reads.Romania's Chief of Defence Petrescu and the Chairman of Pakistan's Joint Staff Committee also had a small meeting to look into improving co-operation in the field of exchange of military intelligence, technical military co-operation and participation in joint training activities, including in emergency management specific to the armed forces, and training programmes provided through training centres and other forms of military education.Petrescu said that "the number of activities and meetings at the level of experts is intended to increase and the overall security environment improved by participating in stability missions under the UN aegis.""I conveyed the appreciation of the Romanian military for the professionalism of their Pakistani colleagues in the UN operations in Mali, Congo and South Sudan, where our countries contribute personnel. Last but not least, I thanked General Nadeem Raza for the support we received on our mission to evacuate Romanian nationals from Afghanistan. Good co-operation between the Romanian and Pakistani armed forces have materialised in ensuring the protection of our personnel and equipment in Islamabad, and other forms of co-operation," Petrescu said.A Pakistani delegation was on a visit to Romania, August 23-27, at the invitation of Chief of Defence Petrescu. They were scheduled to also meet officials of Romania's General Directorate for Armaments and the National Defence Industry.
President Nicușor Dan, in office for roughly three months, attended the Salzburg Industrialists' Summit, the most important reunion of the Austrian business community, urging them to invest in Romania. Specifically, the president emphasized the strategic opportunities in the defense, energy, infrastructure, and logistics sectors. “Romania is significantly expanding its defense industry. Our sector offers real […]
A scandal broke out on Friday, July 25, after it was made public that deputy prime minister Dragoș Anastasiu was a witness in an older corruption case involving one of his companies. The company, Eurolines, paid bribes for eight years to a financial inspector from Romania’s tax agency ANAF. Records from the Anti-Corruption Directorate show that between […]
A scandal broke out on Friday, July 25, after it was made public that deputy prime minister Dragoș Anastasiu was a witness in an older corruption case involving one of his companies. The company, Eurolines, paid bribes for eight years to a financial inspector from Romania’s tax agency ANAF. Records from the Anti-Corruption Directorate show that between […]
The Drapers' Bastion in Brașov, built between the years 1450–1455, will be restored with European funds. The urban landmark will become an interactive museum integrated into the tourist circuit. The rehabilitation of the Drapers' Tower will support not only tourism but also the construction sector, contributing to the economic and cultural revitalization of Brașov, according […]
The National Meteorological Administration (ANM) has issued a code-red warning for persistent and intense heat from July 26, 10:00 AM to July 27, 10:00 AM for the regions of Banat, Oltenia, most of Muntenia, and southern continental Dobrogea. Day temperatures are expected to reach between 39 and 43 degrees Celsius, while the temperature-humidity index is […]
The fifth edition of Jazz Bastion will bring three concerts to the Weavers' Bastion in Brașov, featuring musicians from Romania, Ireland, and Switzerland. This year's edition "highlights the cultural diversity of music, which always brings together artists and audiences alike, regardless of language, nationality or affinities," the organizers explained. The public can attend performances by […]
