The American ambassador to Bucharest, Darryl Nirenberg, stated that deterrence does not depend on the number of troops, but on capabilities, emphasizing the importance of Romania in NATO.

The American ambassador to Bucharest, Darryl Nirenberg, stated that deterrence is not based on the number of troops, but on their capabilities, emphasizing that Romania has strong capabilities within NATO. During the reception for the U.S. National Day, he highlighted that Romania allocates 2.5% of its GDP for defense and supported the 5% quota for NATO.

Nirenberg emphasized Romania's strategic role, located between Asia and Europe, having an educated population and potential in energy production. He also mentioned the importance of the Black Sea in NATO's mission and Romania's role in facilitating the transit of grain from Ukraine. The ambassador concluded by underscoring the value of freedom, a fundamental American principle that inspires people around the world, including in Romania. The reception marked 250 years since the Declaration of Independence of the USA.