Romania took hold of my heart in 2015 and since then has consumed my mind and soul. As with any genuine commitment, my relationship with this beautiful, complex country has grown and deepened over time as I have learned of its many tragedies, as well as its many triumphs. I have surrendered myself to Romania. [...] As I continue my Romanian journey, I marvel over the resiliency and fortitude of the people. I am fortunate to have developed close relationships, familial in many ways, with many Romanians. And I am eternally grateful to have been granted a Fulbright and honored to become part of this amazing community.
Celebrating Independence Day at the U.S. Embassy in Bucharest
On July 1st, the U.S. Embassy in Bucharest celebrated the 245th Anniversary of the Independence of the United States of America through an in-person reception hosted by Chargé d’Affaires a.i. David Muniz. The event brought together members of government, the diplomatic corps, and related national and international partners.
Chargé d’Affaires a.i. David Muniz stressed the importance of the Romanian-American Strategic Partnership, which was also the main theme of this year’s celebration. His Excellency’s complete speech is available at: https://ro.usembassy.gov/charge-d-affaires-david-muniz-at-the-independence-day-event/.
President Klaus Iohannis extended Romania’s heartfelt congratulations for the 245th anniversary of the Independence Day to our American partners, highlighting the values that we share on both sides of the Atlantic. His Excellency also emphasized the merits of the Fulbright Program, as a solid support of the transatlantic educational and cultural dialogue, in creating more meaningful connections between the peoples of the United States of America and Romania. President Iohannis mentioned that the Fulbright Program is celebrating 75 years since it was launched and over 60 years of presence in Romania, thus completing the series of important anniversary events in our bilateral relation.
Happy Independence Day!