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The Romanian community in Qatar, led by Romanian Ambassador HE Dr Cristian Tudor, celebrated with great enthusiasm and patriotic fervor the 100th year of ‘The Great Union’ of modern Romania. Patriotic songs by renowned Romanian singer Oana Tomoiaga and dances by professional performers in their colorful traditional dresses jazzed up the celebration.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr Tudor said, “Tonight we celebrate the National Day in the year that marks the Centenary of the Great Union, one of the most important historical moments: the reunification of Romanians from the Old Kingdom-- Bessarabia, Bucovina, Transylvania, Banat, Cri?ana and Maramure?--into one state. One hundred years ago, the people of Romania accomplished “the Great Union”, which laid the foundation of the modern state of Romania. From that day on, we continue to celebrate the unification of Romania as a symbol of the will of the Romanian people,” said the ambassador at recently hosted reception by him at Sheraton Grand Hotel Doha.  Present on the occasion were HE Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Turki al Subey, Minister of Municipality and Environment, H E Ahmad al Hamadi, Secretary General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Ibrahim Fakhro, Director of Protocol, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Ali Ibrahim Ahmed, Dean of the Diplomatic Corps in Qatar, guests and a large number of community members of Romania.
He said, “I believe we ought to spare a moment to note the importance of the European reconciliation for the European unity that led to the creation of the European Union. Also, we should reflect on the nature of the threats of the past that remain potent even today, such as the disregard for the international law and choosing violence over dialogue.”
Promoting inclusiveness, upholding international law, deepening political dialogue, respect for human rights, mediation and cooperation in multilateral fora are just some of the key factors that states must continue to uphold in order to prevent the further deterioration of the security environment.
Romanian envoy congratulated Qatar on ‘handling the crisis since the Gulf rift began under the wise guidance of the Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al Thani. The State of Qatar has emerged stronger. The latest reforms undertaken by Qatar, including the ones acknowledged by the ILO are clearly showing the direction Qatar is taking for protection of the human rights. We also believe in and wish to see a strong and unified GCC and we hope that with the help of the Kuwaiti mediation, the GCC states will eventually reach a new understanding for regional cooperation based on mutual respect and shared trust, he added. 
On Qatar-Romania relations, Dr Tudor said, ‘It has been an exceptional year for the bilateral relations between Romania and the State of Qatar. “This year on March 7th, EU and Qatar signed a cooperation agreement in Brussels, and next month both sides will hold a new meeting in Doha on various issues of mutual interest. He said that Prime Minister of Romania, Viorica D?ncil? together with a large ministerial delegation paid an official visit to Doha on 6-7 November, the second visit of a Romanian PM to Qatar in less than three years. This demonstrates how important Qatar is for Romania and the political will of this Government to elevate the cooperation with the State of Qatar. On this occasion three agreements were signed in the field of agriculture, tourism and diplomatic training.
Romanian envoy expressed his confidence that in the years to come strong bilateral relations between both the countries will continue to grow opening new avenues of cooperation. Romania has a stronger presence today in Qatar and this upward trend will be certainly maintained. 
The Ambassador of Romania lauded contributions of his 3,000-strong community towards the development of Qatar under the wise leadership of the Amir.’
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06/12/2018
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