Antonio Costa, President of the European Council, to travel to Romania as part of a broader European Union tour
In a significant diplomatic move, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen will visit Romania on September 1, 2025. This visit is part of a multi-country tour of the EU's eastern frontline states, aimed at addressing growing security challenges from Russia and Belarus.
Ursula von der Leyen's itinerary includes meetings with key Romanian officials. She is scheduled to meet Romanian President Nicusor Dan and Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan. The focus of her tour is on strengthening solidarity and defense, as the EU navigates complex geopolitical issues.
Ilie Bolojan, the Prime Minister of Romania, is a seasoned politician with a rich political background. He has held multiple major roles including interim President of Romania, President of the Senate, Mayor of Oradea, and head of Bihor County Council. He belongs to the National Liberal Party.
Meanwhile, European Council President Antonio Costa will visit Romania on September 4. His visit follows Ursula von der Leyen's tour and is part of his "Tour des Capitales," a series of meetings with EU leaders. Antonio Costa's role is to listen, understand, and build consensus among leaders, paving the way for a unified EU approach.
During this period, Costa will meet most heads of state or government across the EU. His stop in Romania will be preceded by meetings in Slovenia, Croatia, and Austria. After Romania, Costa will visit Bulgaria, Czechia, and the Netherlands.
This tour is intended to help shape the common agenda for the months ahead, ensuring that the EU is well-prepared for key European summits later this year. While Ursula von der Leyen's visit is focused on security and defense, Antonio Costa's tour is more centred on political consensus and unity within the EU.
Ursula von der Leyen's visit to Romania is not part of the meetings with most heads of state or government across the EU during Costa's tour. However, it is an important part of the EU's efforts to strengthen its eastern frontline, as it faces increased pressure from its eastern neighbours.
Following her meeting in Romania, Ursula von der Leyen will travel to the Black Sea port city of Constanta. This visit underscores the importance of Romania as a strategic partner in the EU's defense and security efforts.
As the EU continues to grapple with complex geopolitical challenges, visits such as these serve to reinforce the EU's commitment to solidarity, unity, and defense. The visits of both Ursula von der Leyen and Antonio Costa to Romania are significant steps towards ensuring a secure and united Europe.
