The Foreign Affairs Minister, Lazar Comanescu has participated on Tuesday in the Resolute Support Mission (RSM) format meeting, within the NATO foreign ministerial reunion, in Brussels, a release by the relevant ministry informs.On this occasion, the participants adopted a public statement on the Allied support to Afghanistan.In his speech, Minister Lazar Comanescu emphasized Romania's contribution to fulfilling its Resolute Support Mission's mandate and informed about the Romanian side's agreement to maintaining the level of current forces in 2016.The Romanian chief diplomat stressed that, in order to successfully unfold the training, counselling and assistance activities for the Afghan National Defence and Security Forces (ANDSF), it is paramount to observe the commitments assumed by the authorities in Kabul. The continuation of the reform process of the security sector, the progressive, irreversible development of the ruling capacity, the human rights' observance, and the economic development are essential for the stability and security of Afghanistan, Minister Lazar Comanescu added, according to the MAE release.
Ion Iliescu, Romania’s first president after the fall of communism in December 1989 and one of the country’s most influential and controversial political figures, died on Tuesday, August 5, at the age of 95. His death was announced by the government, which expressed condolences to his family and stated that details regarding the state funeral […]
A large medieval cemetery was discovered this week at the Hasdeu High School in Lugoj, western Romania. The complex may have extensions into the surrounding yards and a high historical importance. Although the excavations are only just beginning, with an estimated 10% of the necessary work completed so far, the discoveries have already showed promise. […]
A trilateral working meeting for the creation of a regional cybersecurity alliance between Romania, the Republic of Moldova, and Ukraine took place on July 30 in Chernivtsi, Ukraine. The establishment of such a union would boost Romania's role in region. "The National Cybersecurity Directorate considers that the initiative to establish a cybersecurity coalition between Romania, […]
Two Dacian gold bracelets from the collection of the National History Museum of Romania (MNIR) have been recently 3D scanned as part of a digital preservation project highlighting these exceptional archaeological pieces. The initiative, launched by the museum, aims to showcase the artistry and cultural significance of Dacian goldsmithing. Crafted with remarkable skill, the spiral-shaped […]
Arad, a city in western Romania dubbed the “Little Vienna,” will organize a celebration of its history and culture in the Austrian capital, between August 8 and 20. The Days of Arad Culture begin on August 8 with the photo exhibition "Arad of Yesterday and Today," which will highlight the architectural connection of the city […]
In a report published on Tuesday, August 5, the Group of States against Corruption, or GRECO, said that Romania has fully implemented two of the 26 recommendations made in the 2023 Fifth Round Evaluation Report on preventing corruption and promoting integrity among top executive functions of the central government and law enforcement. Out of the […]
