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Both highlight at a meeting at the Film Festival and the history of Rasnov – in the presence of Hans Klemm , the American ambassador (photo right) – that the European Union is today confronted, with internal and external challenges – terrorism, immigration, skepticism, violation of international law
«All it creates a new context, we have surprises, but they are also opportunities. How can we defend our unique democratic model ? "Asked Michele Ramis (photo-center).
Relating to immigration, a phenomenon that has plummeted in the past two years, said Ramis political policy."
"President Macron has a strong vision of rebuilding Europe, making it stronger. "
France and Germany, said the two, pledged to help Romania prepare for the presidency of the Council from the EU
. the presidency of the EC will give a new perspective to Romania. Romania must leave its internal struggles, it must be constant in its values and take advantage of the opportunity . You underestimate your abilities and opportunities. I would like Romania to return to Romania "said Ramis
On the other hand, Meier-Klodt specified that" the Transatlantic Alliance and the European Union do not should not be considered appropriate ] we must fight for them if we want to keep what we have achieved and continue to shape our world, otherwise we will let others shape it.
He also recalled the challenges facing the EU: "From Europe's point of view, some of the most important challenges are Russia, the expansion of China's interests and numerous crises . Trump's new "America First" policy for Europe must be seen as a new challenge. This principle, "Me first", is found in all European countries and is a new problem to deal with.
"We must not be fooled. It's not just political personalities who can come and go or stay, but a tectonic movement in our society, and the political personalities are visible for that very reason, "said Meier-Klodt. is not everything, but without unity, everything is nothing, "paraphrased the ambassador of Germany in a film by Luchino Visconti:" We want a certain Europe, not a form without funds.
" Romania on the Road to Progress ," he insisted. The role of Romania should not be overestimated. Romania has the potential to play a crucial role in this equation, as a fundamental European country without polarization. Mental, it is located in the center of Europe. The Presidency of the Council of the European Union offers a unique opportunity, you do not want to miss it, he added.
Romania will take over the presidency of the EU Council in January 2019, 12 years after its accession to the European Union