Nicușor Dan, interview for POLITICO: "The world has changed. We have moved from a somewhat moral way of doing things to a very pragmatic and economic way of doing things."

In an interview for Politico, President Nicușor Dan discusses the impact of Donald Trump's return on international relations, stating that Europe must quickly adapt to a world dominated by pragmatism and economic interests. He emphasizes the weaknesses of Europeans and the pressures from Washington, mentioning that European leaders must collaborate with Trump, despite their dependence on the USA. In the short term, Nicușor Dan appears pessimistic regarding the conflict in Ukraine, arguing that European leaders should put more pressure on Vladimir Putin. He also addresses Romania's internal issues, including corruption and distrust in the democratic system, promising reforms in justice. Ultimately, the President of Romania acknowledges that Russia has conducted influence campaigns in Romania and across Europe, and the solutions to combat disinformation remain uncertain.