Ana Birchall : "Este regretabil că în ciuda declarațiilor de susținere a statului de drept, pentru aplicarea legii. Credeam că aceste declarații se vor transforma în fapte. E evident că m-am înșelat și asistăm la o nouă /marți neagră/. Această secție specială nu face altceva decât să împiedice înfăptuirea Justiției (...) Secţia pentru investigarea infracţiunilor din justiţie din cadrul Parchetului de pe lângă Înalta Curte de Casaţie este văzută ca fiind cooperativa 'Nufărul' de curăţire a magistraţilor care nu fac cinste acestei funcţii"

hotnews-en Wednesday, July 1, 2020 11:31:00 AM EAT

Ana Birchall told ( about Commission ) : "As also proved in the half-year semester in which it held the presidency of the Council of the EU, Romania is ready to take an active role in strengthening the European construction, where justice occupies a primary place, having as central pillars judicial cooperation based on mutual trust and mutual recognition of decisions. In this regard, I have decided that, pursuant to Government Decision 216/2012, the CVM Committee, in which all institutions with a say in the smooth operation of justice in Romania are represented, should be convened as a matter of urgency. I am urging all to respond in the positive to the invitation I will send. It will be the most extensive and representative meeting of the CVM Committee so far. It is time to devise an action plan with tight deadlines for the implementation of the recommendations that we will then discuss with the European Commission and follow. Although an intense electoral year will come, I believe that Romania’s interest is above the electoral one and that, together, at the same table, we can and must establish what we have to do,"

roumanie-en Wednesday, October 23, 2019 8:13:00 AM EAT

Ana Birchall explained ( about Commission ) : "Let’s not forget where we started, namely the November 2018 report, which was of unprecedented harshness. However, we did everything we could to get a better report. I must emphasise that the report creates the premises for the lifting of this mechanism only if all the actors involved in Romania will join the efforts of the Ministry of Justice and put the European destiny of Romania above all interests. It must be clear to everyone that no miracles could be worked overnight, given that, when it took over the presidency of the European Council, Romania was on the verge of having Article 7 of the Treaty on European Union activated against it, as it is otherwise stated in the text of the report, a report that mentions the European Commission’s letter of May 2019.(...),"

roumanie-en Wednesday, October 23, 2019 8:13:00 AM EAT

Ana Birchall said ( about Commission ) : "In connection with the SIIJ, as you find this time, the European Commission criticises the establishment and operation of the Justice crime investigation section, reiterating the observations and recommendations made by both the Venice Commission and GRECO, as well as those made by the European Commission under its report of November 2018. The report explicitly recommends the disbandment of this section. As justice minister and a CSM member, I can only express my deep regret and concern that the last year’s activity of CSM has triggered a negative evaluation by the Commission, based on the statements or actions of some CSM members and, more seriously, of the CSM chair, expressly mentioned in the report. That is all the more worrying as it reflects a clear backtracking from previous evaluations of the CSM by the European Commission on how CSM fulfilled its constitutional purpose as a guarantor of judiciary independence,"

roumanie-en Wednesday, October 23, 2019 8:13:00 AM EAT

Ana Birchall mentioned : "The tonality of the Report clearly distinguishes two periods: November 2018 - April 2019 and April 2019 - present. In respect to the Government’s activity, through the Justice Ministry, in the second period analysed in the report, there are at least seven explicit positive references regarding the Justice Minister and Justice Ministry. As an example, I quote: ’In July 2019, the Minister of Justice expressed a willingness to identify appropriate legislative solutions, in consultation with the judiciary and Parliament, as part of a new process of structured consultation’,"

roumanie-en Wednesday, October 23, 2019 8:13:00 AM EAT

Ana Birchall wrote : "Today, at international level, Education is celebrated, one of the main pillars without which a society cannot develop and mankind cannot develop. Education is the best dowry that we can leave to our children because it offers them the chance to a better life and the money earmarked to this area represents the safest investment for the future. ’It is the positive relationships and sense of belonging that a good school culture provides that give these children the comfort, confidence, competence and motivation to learn’ argued Dr. James P. Comer from Yale University. This is why, at the core of the education system there should be both the teacher and the pupil,"

roumanie-en Sunday, October 6, 2019 7:27:00 AM EAT

Ana Birchall said : "As far as the recommendations are concerned (...) we, at the Ministry of Justice will conduct our own analysis, just as each institution mentioned in the GRECO report must perform its own analysis, draw the conclusions and take the measures they deem necessary. When we have completed this analysis, by consulting all those who have a say in the proper functioning of justice, I will certainly come before you, showing the same transparency. Each recommendation will be analyzed individually,"

roumanie-en Wednesday, July 10, 2019 5:07:00 AM EAT

Ana Birchall said ( about Commission ) : "We had a meeting with representatives of the European Commission to discuss CVM, and I want to tell you that it was a very good meeting. We resumed the dialogue (...) along the lines of professionalism, accountability and transparency: Romania was, is and will be deeply attached to the European values and the rule of law, as well as the defence of the fundamental rights and freedoms of both Romanian and European citizens. I cannot give out many details about the technical discussions. As you may know, all the views from all the organisations contributing to this report are collected, so to speak. It was a good, normal meeting. I am glad to have resumed this dialogue on the basis of transparency and trust. I think it is a very good start. After all, Romania’s main objective is to have the CVM lifted, and this goal is hoped to be achieved as soon as possible; it all depends on us,"

roumanie-en Wednesday, July 3, 2019 5:23:00 AM EAT

Ana Birchall : „Suntem membri CSM cu toţii, să ştiţi”

mediafax-en Monday, July 1, 2019 1:09:00 PM EAT

Ana Birchall : „Dar mâine este MCV (vizita delegaţiei MCV în România, n.r.). Eu v-am spus cu titlu de rugăminte generală. (Ţinţ intervine) Eu nu v-am întrerupt, dacă îmi permiteţi”

mediafax-en Monday, July 1, 2019 1:09:00 PM EAT

Ana Birchall said : "I am sorry to have witnessed such a thing. It is unacceptable. I will never tolerate such abuse. I understand the existence of an ongoing investigation has been confirmed. From my point of view, I would like that never again in Romania,"

roumanie-en Tuesday, June 25, 2019 9:18:00 PM EAT

Ana Birchall said : "Honored to meet the Vice President of # Turkey @fuatoktay06, welcoming positive developments in bilateral relations especially in the #economic field & in-depth dialog on sectoral #cooperation initiatives within our #StrategicPartnership, as well as regional & multilateral formats"

hurriyetdailynews Tuesday, May 21, 2019 11:39:00 AM EAT

Ana Birchall said : "Honored to meet the Vice President of #Turkey @fuatoktay06, welcoming positive developments in bilateral relations especially in the #economic field in-depth dialog on sectoral #cooperation initiatives within our #StrategicPartnership, as well as regional multilateral formats"

yenisafak-en Tuesday, May 21, 2019 9:48:00 AM EAT

Ana Birchall said : "Honored to meet the Vice President of #Turkey @fuatoktay06, welcoming positive developments in bilateral relations especially in the #economic field & in-depth dialog on sectoral #cooperation initiatives within our #StrategicPartnership, as well as regional & multilateral formats"

aa-en Tuesday, May 21, 2019 12:30:00 AM EAT

Ana Birchall said : "Honored to meet the Vice President of #Turkey @fuatoktay06, welcoming positive developments in bilateral relations especially in the #economic field & in-depth dialog on sectoral #cooperation initiatives within our #StrategicPartnership, as well as regional & multilateral formats"

haberler-en Monday, May 20, 2019 11:43:00 PM EAT

Ana Birchall stated : "Moreover, together with Mr Ambassador we reviewed the main topical aspects regarding the situation of religious freedom around the world, context in which it was remarked the positive example of tolerance and cooperation provided by the Romanian people, the cults and authorities of Romania. I underscored that Romania stands out in the region as an example of ethnic and religious tolerance, the visit of Pope Francis to Bucharest, the second Pope coming to our country, arguing Romania’s resemblance to the Garden of Virgin Mary,"

roumanie-en Sunday, May 12, 2019 4:27:00 AM EAT

Ana Birchall wrote : "I was honored to attend the military and religious ceremony with the laying of wreaths and sprays at the Monument to the Homeland Heroes today, on a truly special day with triple significance: Romania’s Independence Day, the Victory Day of WWII Allies and Europe Day,"

roumanie-en Friday, May 10, 2019 5:02:00 AM EAT

Ana Birchall said : "During the presidency of the EU Council, Romania will continue to plead for the keeping of the EU enlargement’s open doors,"

roumanie-en Monday, March 18, 2019 3:48:00 AM EAT

Ana Birchall said : "Romania was one of the first countries that have recognised the independence of the Republic of Azerbaijan and the first EU member state that has concluded a strategic partnership with Baku, the Romanian-Azerbaijani relationship knowing positive outcome lately, in the economic plan, especially,"

roumanie-en Monday, March 18, 2019 3:48:00 AM EAT

Ana Birchall added : "We must do whatever it takes so that such detestable things cease to be part of our lives and at the same time, to fight with all strength against terrorism and horrors which unfortunately this contemporary scourge still irks."

roumanie-en Tuesday, March 12, 2019 3:01:00 AM EAT

Ana Birchall said : "One of the dearest expressions of my soul expressing the tenderness, spirituality, faith and inner beauty of the soul of the Romanian nation is the similarity between Romania and the Garden of Mother of God. This phrase full of holiness which I often use in my public interventions has a special history and a significance to match it. The general public was touched by this expression in the message given by Pope John Paul II on his first visit to a major Orthodox country (May 7-9, 1999), when the pope attributed to Romania the name of the Garden of the Mother of God, appellation considered by many as a courtesy statement,"

roumanie-en Monday, March 11, 2019 3:15:00 AM EAT

Ana Birchall wrote : "I hope that after reading this message, all those who write or smile ironically when they hear me saying that Romania is the Garden of the Mother of God, would refrain themselves, or at least research the history of this phrase dear to my soul!"

roumanie-en Monday, March 11, 2019 3:15:00 AM EAT

Ana Birchall said : “We have always been by the side of Moldova. My visit to Chisinau is a continuation of the issues discussed at the joint meeting of the two governments,”

moldpres-en Monday, February 18, 2019 6:13:00 PM EAT

Ana Birchall said : "I have talked with John Bolton about the serious accusations of the Russian Federation against our country requesting the destruction by the US of the anti-missile shield at Deveselu. We have received assurances that, as strategic and allied partner in NATO, the US will continue to be alongside Romania. Strengthening the presence in the Black Sea region, including for countering Russia’s malignant influence, is a common goal. Romania still counts on US support including raising awareness of the security risks in this region. The Black Sea is of particular geostrategic importance and close cooperation in the region is essential from the perspective of managing the current security challenges,"

roumanie-en Sunday, February 10, 2019 2:17:00 AM EAT

Ana Birchall said : "Our country is a strong supporter of regional cooperation formats that can bring added value in areas such as energy security, interconnectivity of transport networks and corridors,"

roumanie-en Sunday, February 10, 2019 2:17:00 AM EAT

Ana Birchall mentioned : "The Strategic Partnership with the US is one of the main pillars of Romania’s foreign policy and, as we committed through the 2018-2020 governing programme, the development and strengthening of this partnership represent a priority for us,"

roumanie-en Thursday, February 7, 2019 1:44:00 AM EAT

Ana Birchall mentioned : "The Transatlantic Partnership remains essential for the security and prosperity of both coasts of the Atlantic, strengthening the US presence in the Black Sea region being of strategic importance,"

roumanie-en Thursday, February 7, 2019 1:44:00 AM EAT

Ana Birchall said ( about Viorica Dăncilă ) : "Prime Minister Dancila and the Government believe that each new investment is a good opportunity to prove the international business community that Romania is a trustworthy business partner, strongly connected to development and growth. (...) We are gradually turning Romania into a place where the next generation has the long-waited opportunity of building careers that will bring them satisfactions,"

roumanie-en Saturday, February 2, 2019 2:02:00 AM EAT

Ana Birchall stated : "An essential characteristic of all stable and transparent democracies, equal opportunities and treatment between women and men represents a factor that encourages economic development, promotes general welfare and leads to a more inclusive and more equitable society both for women and men,"

roumanie-en Saturday, January 26, 2019 1:36:00 AM EAT

Ana Birchall said : "Twelve years ago, we were living a historical moment for our country: Romania’s accession to the European Union on 1 January 2007 represented the fulfillment of the most important national objective in the last 25 years, together with the accession to NATO, and one of the most important successes of the Romanian diplomacy. Today, when Romania officially takes over the rotating Presidency of the EU Council, we want to take further the ideals of the great European family, to promote our attachment to European values, to increase and strengthen the level of trust in the European project, capitalizing at the same time on all the opportunities related to our EU membership. Romania’s exercising for the first time the Presidency of the EU Council is the opportunity to prove once again that our country is a loyal pro-European partner, a constant promoter of unity, solidarity and cohesion at European level, and let us show how much Romanians and Romania can do for the European Union!"

roumanie-en Wednesday, January 2, 2019 1:34:00 AM EAT

Ana Birchall : "Este regretabil că în ciuda declarațiilor de susținere a statului de drept, pentru aplicarea legii. Credeam că aceste declarații se vor transforma în fapte. E evident că m-am înșelat și asistăm la o nouă /marți neagră/. Această secție specială nu face altceva decât să împiedice înfăptuirea Justiției (...) Secţia pentru investigarea infracţiunilor din justiţie din cadrul Parchetului de pe lângă Înalta Curte de Casaţie este văzută ca fiind cooperativa 'Nufărul' de curăţire a magistraţilor care nu fac cinste acestei funcţii"

hotnews-en Wednesday, July 1, 2020 11:31:00 AM EAT

Ana Birchall told ( about Commission ) : "As also proved in the half-year semester in which it held the presidency of the Council of the EU, Romania is ready to take an active role in strengthening the European construction, where justice occupies a primary place, having as central pillars judicial cooperation based on mutual trust and mutual recognition of decisions. In this regard, I have decided that, pursuant to Government Decision 216/2012, the CVM Committee, in which all institutions with a say in the smooth operation of justice in Romania are represented, should be convened as a matter of urgency. I am urging all to respond in the positive to the invitation I will send. It will be the most extensive and representative meeting of the CVM Committee so far. It is time to devise an action plan with tight deadlines for the implementation of the recommendations that we will then discuss with the European Commission and follow. Although an intense electoral year will come, I believe that Romania’s interest is above the electoral one and that, together, at the same table, we can and must establish what we have to do,"

roumanie-en Wednesday, October 23, 2019 8:13:00 AM EAT

Ana Birchall explained ( about Commission ) : "Let’s not forget where we started, namely the November 2018 report, which was of unprecedented harshness. However, we did everything we could to get a better report. I must emphasise that the report creates the premises for the lifting of this mechanism only if all the actors involved in Romania will join the efforts of the Ministry of Justice and put the European destiny of Romania above all interests. It must be clear to everyone that no miracles could be worked overnight, given that, when it took over the presidency of the European Council, Romania was on the verge of having Article 7 of the Treaty on European Union activated against it, as it is otherwise stated in the text of the report, a report that mentions the European Commission’s letter of May 2019.(...),"

roumanie-en Wednesday, October 23, 2019 8:13:00 AM EAT

Ana Birchall said ( about Commission ) : "In connection with the SIIJ, as you find this time, the European Commission criticises the establishment and operation of the Justice crime investigation section, reiterating the observations and recommendations made by both the Venice Commission and GRECO, as well as those made by the European Commission under its report of November 2018. The report explicitly recommends the disbandment of this section. As justice minister and a CSM member, I can only express my deep regret and concern that the last year’s activity of CSM has triggered a negative evaluation by the Commission, based on the statements or actions of some CSM members and, more seriously, of the CSM chair, expressly mentioned in the report. That is all the more worrying as it reflects a clear backtracking from previous evaluations of the CSM by the European Commission on how CSM fulfilled its constitutional purpose as a guarantor of judiciary independence,"

roumanie-en Wednesday, October 23, 2019 8:13:00 AM EAT

Ana Birchall mentioned : "The tonality of the Report clearly distinguishes two periods: November 2018 - April 2019 and April 2019 - present. In respect to the Government’s activity, through the Justice Ministry, in the second period analysed in the report, there are at least seven explicit positive references regarding the Justice Minister and Justice Ministry. As an example, I quote: ’In July 2019, the Minister of Justice expressed a willingness to identify appropriate legislative solutions, in consultation with the judiciary and Parliament, as part of a new process of structured consultation’,"

roumanie-en Wednesday, October 23, 2019 8:13:00 AM EAT

Ana Birchall wrote : "Today, at international level, Education is celebrated, one of the main pillars without which a society cannot develop and mankind cannot develop. Education is the best dowry that we can leave to our children because it offers them the chance to a better life and the money earmarked to this area represents the safest investment for the future. ’It is the positive relationships and sense of belonging that a good school culture provides that give these children the comfort, confidence, competence and motivation to learn’ argued Dr. James P. Comer from Yale University. This is why, at the core of the education system there should be both the teacher and the pupil,"

roumanie-en Sunday, October 6, 2019 7:27:00 AM EAT

Ana Birchall said : "As far as the recommendations are concerned (...) we, at the Ministry of Justice will conduct our own analysis, just as each institution mentioned in the GRECO report must perform its own analysis, draw the conclusions and take the measures they deem necessary. When we have completed this analysis, by consulting all those who have a say in the proper functioning of justice, I will certainly come before you, showing the same transparency. Each recommendation will be analyzed individually,"

roumanie-en Wednesday, July 10, 2019 5:07:00 AM EAT

Ana Birchall said ( about Commission ) : "We had a meeting with representatives of the European Commission to discuss CVM, and I want to tell you that it was a very good meeting. We resumed the dialogue (...) along the lines of professionalism, accountability and transparency: Romania was, is and will be deeply attached to the European values and the rule of law, as well as the defence of the fundamental rights and freedoms of both Romanian and European citizens. I cannot give out many details about the technical discussions. As you may know, all the views from all the organisations contributing to this report are collected, so to speak. It was a good, normal meeting. I am glad to have resumed this dialogue on the basis of transparency and trust. I think it is a very good start. After all, Romania’s main objective is to have the CVM lifted, and this goal is hoped to be achieved as soon as possible; it all depends on us,"

roumanie-en Wednesday, July 3, 2019 5:23:00 AM EAT

Ana Birchall : „Suntem membri CSM cu toţii, să ştiţi”

mediafax-en Monday, July 1, 2019 1:09:00 PM EAT

Ana Birchall : „Dar mâine este MCV (vizita delegaţiei MCV în România, n.r.). Eu v-am spus cu titlu de rugăminte generală. (Ţinţ intervine) Eu nu v-am întrerupt, dacă îmi permiteţi”

mediafax-en Monday, July 1, 2019 1:09:00 PM EAT

Ana Birchall said : "I am sorry to have witnessed such a thing. It is unacceptable. I will never tolerate such abuse. I understand the existence of an ongoing investigation has been confirmed. From my point of view, I would like that never again in Romania,"

roumanie-en Tuesday, June 25, 2019 9:18:00 PM EAT

Ana Birchall said : "Honored to meet the Vice President of # Turkey @fuatoktay06, welcoming positive developments in bilateral relations especially in the #economic field & in-depth dialog on sectoral #cooperation initiatives within our #StrategicPartnership, as well as regional & multilateral formats"

hurriyetdailynews Tuesday, May 21, 2019 11:39:00 AM EAT

Ana Birchall said : "Honored to meet the Vice President of #Turkey @fuatoktay06, welcoming positive developments in bilateral relations especially in the #economic field in-depth dialog on sectoral #cooperation initiatives within our #StrategicPartnership, as well as regional multilateral formats"

yenisafak-en Tuesday, May 21, 2019 9:48:00 AM EAT

Ana Birchall said : "Honored to meet the Vice President of #Turkey @fuatoktay06, welcoming positive developments in bilateral relations especially in the #economic field & in-depth dialog on sectoral #cooperation initiatives within our #StrategicPartnership, as well as regional & multilateral formats"

aa-en Tuesday, May 21, 2019 12:30:00 AM EAT

Ana Birchall said : "Honored to meet the Vice President of #Turkey @fuatoktay06, welcoming positive developments in bilateral relations especially in the #economic field & in-depth dialog on sectoral #cooperation initiatives within our #StrategicPartnership, as well as regional & multilateral formats"

haberler-en Monday, May 20, 2019 11:43:00 PM EAT

Ana Birchall stated : "Moreover, together with Mr Ambassador we reviewed the main topical aspects regarding the situation of religious freedom around the world, context in which it was remarked the positive example of tolerance and cooperation provided by the Romanian people, the cults and authorities of Romania. I underscored that Romania stands out in the region as an example of ethnic and religious tolerance, the visit of Pope Francis to Bucharest, the second Pope coming to our country, arguing Romania’s resemblance to the Garden of Virgin Mary,"

roumanie-en Sunday, May 12, 2019 4:27:00 AM EAT

Ana Birchall wrote : "I was honored to attend the military and religious ceremony with the laying of wreaths and sprays at the Monument to the Homeland Heroes today, on a truly special day with triple significance: Romania’s Independence Day, the Victory Day of WWII Allies and Europe Day,"

roumanie-en Friday, May 10, 2019 5:02:00 AM EAT

Ana Birchall said : "During the presidency of the EU Council, Romania will continue to plead for the keeping of the EU enlargement’s open doors,"

roumanie-en Monday, March 18, 2019 3:48:00 AM EAT

Ana Birchall said : "Romania was one of the first countries that have recognised the independence of the Republic of Azerbaijan and the first EU member state that has concluded a strategic partnership with Baku, the Romanian-Azerbaijani relationship knowing positive outcome lately, in the economic plan, especially,"

roumanie-en Monday, March 18, 2019 3:48:00 AM EAT

Ana Birchall added : "We must do whatever it takes so that such detestable things cease to be part of our lives and at the same time, to fight with all strength against terrorism and horrors which unfortunately this contemporary scourge still irks."

roumanie-en Tuesday, March 12, 2019 3:01:00 AM EAT

Ana Birchall said : "One of the dearest expressions of my soul expressing the tenderness, spirituality, faith and inner beauty of the soul of the Romanian nation is the similarity between Romania and the Garden of Mother of God. This phrase full of holiness which I often use in my public interventions has a special history and a significance to match it. The general public was touched by this expression in the message given by Pope John Paul II on his first visit to a major Orthodox country (May 7-9, 1999), when the pope attributed to Romania the name of the Garden of the Mother of God, appellation considered by many as a courtesy statement,"

roumanie-en Monday, March 11, 2019 3:15:00 AM EAT

Ana Birchall wrote : "I hope that after reading this message, all those who write or smile ironically when they hear me saying that Romania is the Garden of the Mother of God, would refrain themselves, or at least research the history of this phrase dear to my soul!"

roumanie-en Monday, March 11, 2019 3:15:00 AM EAT

Ana Birchall said : “We have always been by the side of Moldova. My visit to Chisinau is a continuation of the issues discussed at the joint meeting of the two governments,”

moldpres-en Monday, February 18, 2019 6:13:00 PM EAT

Ana Birchall said : "I have talked with John Bolton about the serious accusations of the Russian Federation against our country requesting the destruction by the US of the anti-missile shield at Deveselu. We have received assurances that, as strategic and allied partner in NATO, the US will continue to be alongside Romania. Strengthening the presence in the Black Sea region, including for countering Russia’s malignant influence, is a common goal. Romania still counts on US support including raising awareness of the security risks in this region. The Black Sea is of particular geostrategic importance and close cooperation in the region is essential from the perspective of managing the current security challenges,"

roumanie-en Sunday, February 10, 2019 2:17:00 AM EAT

Ana Birchall said : "Our country is a strong supporter of regional cooperation formats that can bring added value in areas such as energy security, interconnectivity of transport networks and corridors,"

roumanie-en Sunday, February 10, 2019 2:17:00 AM EAT

Ana Birchall mentioned : "The Strategic Partnership with the US is one of the main pillars of Romania’s foreign policy and, as we committed through the 2018-2020 governing programme, the development and strengthening of this partnership represent a priority for us,"

roumanie-en Thursday, February 7, 2019 1:44:00 AM EAT

Ana Birchall mentioned : "The Transatlantic Partnership remains essential for the security and prosperity of both coasts of the Atlantic, strengthening the US presence in the Black Sea region being of strategic importance,"

roumanie-en Thursday, February 7, 2019 1:44:00 AM EAT

Ana Birchall said ( about Viorica Dăncilă ) : "Prime Minister Dancila and the Government believe that each new investment is a good opportunity to prove the international business community that Romania is a trustworthy business partner, strongly connected to development and growth. (...) We are gradually turning Romania into a place where the next generation has the long-waited opportunity of building careers that will bring them satisfactions,"

roumanie-en Saturday, February 2, 2019 2:02:00 AM EAT

Ana Birchall stated : "An essential characteristic of all stable and transparent democracies, equal opportunities and treatment between women and men represents a factor that encourages economic development, promotes general welfare and leads to a more inclusive and more equitable society both for women and men,"

roumanie-en Saturday, January 26, 2019 1:36:00 AM EAT

Ana Birchall said : "Twelve years ago, we were living a historical moment for our country: Romania’s accession to the European Union on 1 January 2007 represented the fulfillment of the most important national objective in the last 25 years, together with the accession to NATO, and one of the most important successes of the Romanian diplomacy. Today, when Romania officially takes over the rotating Presidency of the EU Council, we want to take further the ideals of the great European family, to promote our attachment to European values, to increase and strengthen the level of trust in the European project, capitalizing at the same time on all the opportunities related to our EU membership. Romania’s exercising for the first time the Presidency of the EU Council is the opportunity to prove once again that our country is a loyal pro-European partner, a constant promoter of unity, solidarity and cohesion at European level, and let us show how much Romanians and Romania can do for the European Union!"

roumanie-en Wednesday, January 2, 2019 1:34:00 AM EAT