Nicușor Dan met in Phnom Penh with the UNESCO Director-General

President of Romania, Nicușor Dan, met on Sunday in Phnom Penh with Khaled El-Enany, Director-General of UNESCO, as Romania marks 70 years since joining the organization.

During the discussion, the head of state reaffirmed Romania’s commitment to UNESCO and the values promoted by the organization. Nicușor Dan underscored the country’s support for promoting peace through international cooperation in the fields of education, science, culture, and communication.

Another topic addressed was scientific collaboration at the global level and support for researchers, particularly those at the beginning of their careers. The President stated that Romania supports UNESCO’s role in promoting scientific excellence, strengthening research capacities, and facilitating access to knowledge.

Nicușor Dan also highlighted the activities of the International Centre for Advanced Training and Research in Physics in Măgurele, which operates under the auspices of UNESCO. He expressed his interest in developing the centre’s scientific activities and expanding international cooperation within UNESCO networks.