I am re-reading #MichaelPalin’s New Europe (written 2006) in which he meets @ediramaal, then Mayor of #Tirana - thought he looked familiar
A constructive meeting yesterday with the Prime Minister of the Republic of Albania, Edi Rama @ediramaal, on the margins of the EPC Summit in Dublin.
We discussed how to strengthen our bilateral relations, deepen cooperation on European and security matters, and address outstanding issues on our bilateral agenda. I reaffirmed Romania’s strong support for Albania’s EU accession.
I am confident we are making significant progress towards returning Casa Iorga in Saranda to Romanian ownership, so that it can once again embody our shared cultural and historical ties.
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In Dublin, at the 9th European Political Community Summit, I underlined that our shared challenges call for a coordinated European response: stronger security, greater competitiveness, strategic connectivity and democratic resilience.
A stronger, safer and better-connected Europe depends on joint action, with particular attention to the Eastern Flank. We must keep supporting Ukraine towards a just and lasting peace, while building our collective capacity to counter hybrid threats, foreign interference and information manipulation.
We also discussed the future of European security, closer cooperation against drug trafficking, from port security to prevention, and a coordinated approach to migration.
At the Moldova Core Group meeting, I reaffirmed Romania’s unwavering support for the Republic of Moldova’s security, resilience and European integration. Moldova’s European path is a shared priority and a strategic investment in the stability of our region and the entire continent.
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M-am bucurat să mă întâlnesc, în marja Summitului Comunității Politice Europene de la Dublin, cu cancelarul federal al Germaniei, @_FriedrichMerz, și să discutăm despre excelenta cooperare dintre România și Germania, atât la nivel bilateral, cât și în cadrul Uniunii Europene.
Am abordat, de asemenea, teme de interes strategic comun, precum viitorul buget al Uniunii Europene pentru perioada 2028–2035 și progresele Republicii Moldova în parcursul său de aderare la UE.
Discuțiile au vizat și consolidarea securității europene precum și dezvoltarea pe termen lung a industriilor de apărare și a capacităților militare ale celor două țări. Aceste obiective sunt esențiale pentru asigurarea unei descurajări credibile pe Flancul Estic al NATO, în contextul intensificării incursiunilor dronelor și al amenințărilor hibride cu care se confruntă Europa.
Fancy pavilion is that really #Titwood
Titwood in Glasgow has been confirmed as the proposed Scottish venue for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2030, scheduled to be held in July-August 2030.
England, Ireland and Scotland will jointly host the WC.
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Today is St Martin's Day, when, by Croatian tradition, must is christened and becomes wine. 🍷
In Ilok, Croatia's easternmost town above the Danube, the new vintage is tasted in old cellars, with roasted chestnuts on the table and glasses raised to the saint.
📸 Maja Danica Pečanić, Julien Duval
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Clean energy meets mobility. 🍀
High Commissioner Leigh Stubblefield visited Sky Energy Africa in Blantyre to hear about Malawi’s first integrated electric mobility ecosystem and opportunities for the sector to grow.
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Thought @beathhigh was in #Morocco! Didn't recognise this, kind of thought, medina is it? Turns out it's a town in Malta. – at Bargeddie, Scotland
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From estates to export quality. At Gala Macs, High Commissioner Leigh Stubblefield saw how productivity and quality can strengthen Malawi’s position in high-value macadamia markets, with support from the UK-funded Malawi Value Chains programme. 🇬🇧🇲🇼 #GrowingTogether @AdamSmithInt
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Croatia is presenting its full tourism offering at WTM London! 🇭🇷🇬🇧
A delegation led by Minister Tonči Glavina and CNTB Director Kristjan Staničić is at the stand with 32 Croatian co-exhibitors. They were joined by Davor Ljubanović, Chargé d'Affaires ad interim.
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Trei spoturi de promovare a României, realizate de Charlie Ottley în cadrul unei campanii derulate de Ministerul Economiei, vor fi difuzate la BBC World News în noiembrie tvrinfo.ro/trei-spoturi-de-p…
I was asked at the weekend - by a @JamTarts fan experiencing a second term of Bloom - how far can BHA go. Well. With @ManCity out of the race the CL must be a good bet. #BHAFC can still however be trusted to stuff up so I for one will not be officially predicting anything
Brighton have scored the most goals in the Premier League this season. They have kept the most clean sheets in the Premier League this season.
#BHAFC are formidable at both ends. And @WarrenBHAFC thinks it can take them into the Champions League: wearebrighton.com/newsopinio…
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Do you look at the Lilongwe or Blantyre Marathons @TimHutchings1 ? If not, would you?
It WAS spectacular in Istanbul! After a slow 15:20 5K, relative unknown 26yr old Shadrack Kipkurui Kenduiywo (KEN) blasted 28:30 for 5-15K & a 61:58, which was suicidal running, sadly. His two halves: 61:58/69:17 - heartbreakingly caught at 40K - had 2 min lead at one point!
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Well done Charlie and team. And yes I spotted that guy at the start - a descendant of Bram isn’t he. Well timed for the @WTM_London @harris73
🔴 Jurnalistul britanic Charlie Ottley, îndrăgostit iremediabil de România, a revenit cu un clip de promovare a țării noastre, realizat pentru Ministerul Turismului și care este deja transmis de BBC World News.
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Endorsed. Lights are for all, no idea how cyclists think they are not applicable to them. Well done for highlighting this, RS.
National Blind charity here highlighting the dangers of some cyclists in London. Traffic lights, road crossings and regulations are there for a reason. They apply to cyclists as much as car drivers.
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Properly the African Nations Cup of course. Africa Cup of Nations is just a literal translation of Coupe d’Afrique des Nations. You heard of the World Cup? It’s not called Cup of World is it.
The Africa Cup of Nations will return to a two-year cycle, reversing previous plans for a 4-year schedule.
Caf President Dr Patrice Motsepe says the unanimous vote protects the interests of African football. 🌍⚽️
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Today’s lethal attack on a commercial vessel just 13 NM off Constanța - killing one sailor and injuring others - is a blatant violation of international law and freedom of navigation.
Condolences to the victim’s family as Romanian Coast Guard rescue operations continue.
Russia’s illegal war of aggression against Ukraine is escalating and this directly affects merchant marine navigation in the Black Sea. This is a direct threat to both regional and global security.
We are coordinating closely with #NATO Allies, including Bulgaria and Türkiye, to fast-track the additional surveillance capabilities agreed at the Oct 20 NAC.
Super place. Once visited Grožnjan and Motovun with @pedjagrbin on a misty Autumn morning. Memorable stroll, glorious.
Perched on a hilltop in inland Istria, Grožnjan is a stone town of narrow lanes, art galleries, and quiet squares. 🎨
Artists and craftsmen have been settling here since the 1960s, turning a half-abandoned village into one of Istria's creative hubs.
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MFA Romania summoned the Russian Ambassador today to convey a firm protest over the September 14th sabotage in Brașov. Evidence proves Russia’s responsibility for this unacceptable hybrid attack.
We also condemned Russia’s systematic strikes on commercial vessels in the Black Sea, a deliberate escalation violating international law and freedom of navigation, with global consequences.
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H/Commissioner Leigh Stubblefield joined the launch of Art in the Park, celebrating the creativity & talent of 🇲🇼 artists. Art drives jobs, enterprise and innovation while inspiring action on environmental challenges. Looking forward to supporting the Creative Economy Forum next












































