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Prime Minister Luca Niculescu outlines defence priorities on Romanian Army Day

Prime Minister Luca Niculescu used his Romanian Army Day message to stress the armed forces' role in national security and announce three defence priorities.

During the Romanian Army Day celebrations, Prime Minister Luca Niculescu posted a statement emphasizing the armed forces' importance for the nation's safety and for promoting virtues like duty and respect for the homeland. He announced that the government will pursue three priority lines: upgrading equipment and capabilities, deepening Romania's strategic partnerships, and ensuring better welfare and career prospects for military personnel.

Niculescu honored the memory of those who died defending Romania's independence and praised troops deployed on international operations for enhancing the country's NATO credibility. He stressed that everyday security for citizens depends on the continuous work of soldiers and their families. The message concluded with gratitude to the troops and a traditional "La mulți ani" for the holiday.

Why it matters

The speech sets the government's defence agenda and signals Romania's commitment to NATO and military modernization.

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