Ambassador of Romania H.E Niculai Goia has said ,”We are eager to work hard for taking forward the bilateral agenda, as well as the cooperation within the EU-Pakistan framework and in multilateral formats, especially in the UN. Pakistan represents an important partner for Romania in the South Asian region. We acknowledge Pakistan’s efforts in fighting terrorism, militancy and radical extremism and hope that these endeavours will continue to be an important part of international war on terror.
He shared this in his address to the participants of a reception in connection with celebration of the National Day of Romania at Serena Hotel Islamabad. Advisor to Prime Minister of Pakistan for Foreign Affairs Mr. Tariq Fatemi, Federal Minister Shazain Bugti, Romanian Consul Generals in Karachi, Tariq Saud and Lahore, Faiq Jawed were also present among the guests.
Ambassador Niculaie Goia and Spouse Doina Goia hosted the reception that was attended by the envoys of European Union and other countries in large number.
Romania celebrates the 104 years on 1st of December 2022 since the realization of Great Union. One hundred and four years back, the century long ideal of national unity was achieved, building the foundation of the modern Romanian state.
The anniversary of the Great Union has given Romanian nation the opportunity to honour the memory of the sacrifices made for laying the foundation of new Romania which ultimately placed us in the midst of great European family.
H.E Goia expressed happiness with the spirit of Romania-Pakistan relations, characterized by friendship and collaboration and the new dynamism witnessed in the recent years with a result driven political dialogue reflecting a clear desire of both states for developing a pragmatic relationship in fields of mutual interests.
Ambassador said, “The end of the First World War and the armistice concluded in 1918, represents a crucial moment in the history of mankind causing deep changes both in international relations, and at socio-cultural level. “
He noted, “We, in Romania and in Europe, will always remember that 1,1 million soldiers from the subcontinent had fought courageously and heroically in different battle fields of the WWI and 60.000 of them, mostly from today Pakistani Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, had paid the ultimate price in defending the ideals of peace, freedom, liberty, dignity, democracy and fundamental human rights. Today we pay tribute and honour them as much as we honour our heroes!”
Ambassador said, “More than 100 years after the Great Union, Romania reaffirms its attachment to the principles of international law, promotion of mutual respect and good understanding, to dialogue and to multiculturalism, values that are the basis of its international profile and external action. “
“Today, Romania is a security provider and enjoys unprecedented development, security and welfare. Our collective duty is to protect these values and secure them in the medium and long term, as well to prepare for challenges ahead.” Ambassador added.
“The key word of the Romanian European policy is union and with this call to unity we have exercised in 2019 our first ever mandate at the Presidency of the EU Council. WE are doing our best to show that our profound European vocation is bringing a tangible contribution to a powerful, credible and inclusive Europe. “
“The motto of our Presidency was “Cohesion, a common European value”, reflecting the imperious need for unity and cooperation among the EU Member States, as well as the need for more economic, social and territorial cohesion as enshrined in the EU Treaties. “
Ambassador said, “Unfortunately, we are living in a very complicated and sensitive security environment caused primarily by the brutal, violent, unprovoked and unlawful aggression of Russia against Ukraine which blatantly violated every international rule and generated crises of global scale, energy and food crises among them. “
“While asking Moscow to stop the war immediately, like all EU, NATO and like minded countries, Romania is doing its best to help Ukraine to go through these difficult times.” Ambassador concluded.
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