www.mediafax.ro/politic/romania-se-afla-in-prima-l

Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, emphasized Romania's crucial role in European security during her visit. She announced funding of 10 million euros for search and rescue operations in the Black Sea and 50 million euros to expedite the establishment of a maritime security hub. Von der Leyen highlighted the increasing security threats in the Black Sea region, particularly drone attacks on commercial vessels. She stressed the importance of maintaining freedom of navigation for both the European economy and global food security. The visit comes amid rising concerns over maritime security and the vulnerabilities of regional infrastructure, particularly regarding the Port of Constanța's role in connecting Ukraine to European markets.