România și Bulgaria vor găzdui hub-ul european pentru securitate maritimă la Constanța și Varna

Romania, alongside Bulgaria, will host a European maritime security hub, as announced by Foreign Minister Oana Țoiu. She emphasized the need for new military capabilities, including the production of maritime drones and vessels with anti-missile capabilities. The Black Sea is a focal point for discussions with U.S. institutions, highlighting its strategic importance. Romania aims to enhance naval cooperation with Bulgaria and Turkey, particularly in mine clearance and critical infrastructure protection. The EU maritime security hub will be located in Constanța and Varna, facilitating better coordination with European and NATO institutions. Investments in dual-use infrastructure are also prioritized, with over two billion allocated for projects connecting Romania to Moldova. The security risks in the region have increased due to the war in Ukraine, necessitating support for Ukraine and peace processes.