President Klaus Iohannis on Tuesday sent a message on the occasion of the Military Reservist Day, highlighting that the Army has become a true ambassador of Romania in the world and thus the premises for our country's integration in the Euro-Atlantic and European structures were created.
"We are celebrating today the Military Reservist Day, on which occasion we pay tribute to you, those who chose to serve the country under the flag and defend it unconditionally, placing the Romanian nation's interests above all. As Romania's President I am sending you the entire appreciation which the Romanian people have for you, for the devotion, professionalism and spirit of sacrifice which you, reserve and retired military, have proven along your professional career. You are the ones who watched over the security and defence of the country, contributing to the reconstruction and development of the Romanian state. Most of all, you have been the creators of the new military institution - a modern and professional institution. The Army has thus become a true ambassador of Romania in the world and the premises of our country's integration in the Euro-Atlantic and European structures were created," Iohannis said.
According to the message sent to AGERPRES on Tuesday, the President pointed out that through the military's participation in a significant number of foreign missions, together with allies or partners, they contributed to keeping peace and stability all over the world.
"Both in the actions in the theaters of operations in Afghanistan, Iraq or Western Balkans, and in the missions in Africa and Asia, under the UN, NATO or EU aegis, you have constantly proven professionalism and dedication, fighting and defending our universal values. These outstanding achievements of you and your comrades who are still active have created a positive image for Romania abroad, as a responsible partner, as a credible ally, capable of constantly adapting to the challenges to the regional and global security environment," the message also reads.
The head of the Romanian state also noted the example provided by the reservists to the young generations of active servicemen.
"I know that many of you who switched from active duty to reserves before term continue to get involved in the life of the communities you are part of, in educating the young generation in the spirit of patriotism. The personal example of responsibility and devotion, experience and preparation, is for the young generation of active servicemen a reference worthy following. I believe that the constant concern for ensuring decent life conditions for the reserve or retired military, including by adapting the legislation, must be proof of the state's respect and appreciation for you," Iohannis added.
He voiced his appreciation for everything that the reservists or retired achieved along their career.
"For the manner in which you understood how to serve your country, for the devotion, courage and abnegation you have proven, on my own and on behalf of all Romanians, I am thanking you! On this anniversary day, I am voicing my full appreciation for everything you have done in your career, for everything you are doing now and I am sending all those in reserve or retired my sincere wishes of good health, achievements in all areas, together with your loved ones! Many happy returns of the day!," Iohannis concluded.
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