President Nicusor Dan arrived on Thursday at the ninth meeting of the European Political Community (EPC), hosted by Ireland.
The summit, held under the theme "Europe: Strong, Secure, Connected", will bring together leaders from across Europe to discuss the main challenges facing the continent, focusing on security, competitiveness and resilience, the Presidential Administration said in a press release, agerpres reports.
According to the press release, during the plenary session, the Romanian president will highlight the importance of a coordinated European response to common security and competitiveness challenges and advocate stronger strategic connectivity and democratic resilience.
"President Nicusor Dan will pay particular attention to the Eastern Flank, including the Black Sea, the regions most exposed to security threats. He will also underline the importance of cooperation in transport infrastructure, energy and connectivity, with an emphasis on developing links with Ukraine and the Republic of Moldova," the statement said.
The head of state will also attend a roundtable discussion on the security and defence of democratic Europe, which will address support for Ukraine, democratic resilience and efforts to counter hybrid threats, including foreign interference and information manipulation.
Nicusor Dan will emphasise the need for closer European cooperation to protect democratic processes and maintain support for Ukraine in achieving a just and lasting peace.
The Romanian president will also attend a meeting of the European Coalition Against Drugs (ECAD), where he will advocate stronger cooperation in combating drug trafficking, including by securing ports and trafficking routes, as well as enhanced prevention measures and protection for young people and vulnerable groups.
On the sidelines of the summit, Nicusor Dan will take part in another meeting of the Support Group for the Republic of Moldova, where he will reaffirm Romania's firm support for the Republic of Moldova's European integration, security and resilience.
