Nicușor Dan: Romania joins the declaration of Great Britain, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands and Japan for the liberation of the Strait of Hormuz
President Nicușor Dan announced on Friday evening that Romania supports the joint statement of several states regarding navigation security in the Strait of Hormuz, emphasizing the global economic impact of any disruptions in the region.
President Nicușor Dan PHOTO: inquam photos
Nicușor Dan specified that Romania rallied to the position formulated by Great Britain, France, Germany, Italy, Holland and Japan, a document that emphasizes the importance of respecting the principle of freedom of navigation, considered fundamental in international law.
“We have decided to join the declaration of Great Britain, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands and Japan regarding the assurance of freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, a fundamental principle of international law”the head of state sent.
According to him, Romania's decision comes in the context of concerns related to the possible effects of tensions in the region on global energy markets. The closure or disruption of maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz could have significant consequences on the world economy, including on Romania, especially by increasing fuel prices.
“Romania's joining this effort takes place against the background of the serious implications that the closure of the Strait has on the global energy markets, as well as on the world economy. The effects are also felt in Romania, especially in terms of fuel prices. In this sense, we are ready to participate in the efforts of the international community that will lead to the maintenance of prices at a bearable level for the population”, Nicușor Dan also declared.
The President also emphasized that Romania does not intend to get directly involved in the conflict in the Middle East.
“Romania maintains its clear decision not to get involved in the conflict in the Middle East and we work together with international partners for de-escalation”, he concluded.
