The President of the Senate, Mircea Abrudean, participated in the Interparliamentary Security Forum, reaffirming Romania's commitment to allocate 5% of GDP for defense until 2035.

Mircea Abrudean, the President of the Romanian Senate, participated on Wednesday in the Interparliamentary Security Forum in Washington D.C., where he emphasized Romania's commitments within NATO, including the goal of allocating 5% of GDP for defense and security by 2035. The event brought together parliamentary leaders to discuss international security and Euro-Atlantic cooperation.

Abrudean highlighted Romania's strategic role in the Black Sea region, mentioning the Strategic Partnership with the USA as essential for national security. He also emphasized Romania's contribution to regional stability through logistical support for Ukraine and the Republic of Moldova, as well as through maritime security initiatives. Romania is committed to maintaining a safe environment in the Black Sea, cooperating with Bulgaria and Turkey in combating maritime threats.