Romanian presidential adviser says Hungary's new government boosts EU cooperation and eases US-EU tensions

Valentin Naumescu, adviser to the Romanian president on European affairs, told Transtelex that the recent shift in Hungary's government is already bearing fruit for bilateral cooperation, especially in transport, energy, technology and defence. He said the two capitals now share pragmatic, interest-driven goals rather than ideological clashes, and that Budapest is backing EU policies that aid Ukraine and Moldova, including opening negotiation chapters.

Naumescu dismissed accusations that President Nicușor Dan is overly accommodating to the Trump administration, stressing that Romania can pursue strong ties with both the EU and the United States without choosing between them. He highlighted Romania's role in the 17-country “Friends of Cohesion” group and its support for maintaining EU cohesion and agricultural funding in the 2028-2034 budget. Finally, he reaffirmed the enduring trans-Atlantic alliance, noting NATO's nuclear umbrella and the importance of US military presence for European security.