Prime Minister Nicolae Ciuca met on Wednesday at the Victoria Palace of Government with the Atlantic Council s Black Sea Strategy working group led by Richard H.
NATO ministerial meeting in Bucharest
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenber attended the meeting of Alliance foreign ministers in Bucharest this week. Speaking at the end of the meeting on Wednesday, he said that Russia shouldn't be underestimated, as its missiles continue to attack cities, civilians, and critical infrastructure in Ukraine. The head of NATO pointed out that continued military support for Ukraine was essential, especially in anti-air defense. He added that Finland and Sweden's integration into NATO was almost finalized, and thanked Romania for the excellent hosting of the meeting in Bucharest. In turn, Romania's foreign minister, Bogdan Aurescu, underlined the need to closely monitor the situation in the Black Sea, considering the unpredictability of Russia's behavior. The foreign ministers committed to enhancing their support for Ukraine, and to help in restoring its energy infrastructure. He also reiterated the strategic importance that the Black S