Bucharest Mayor's First International Trip: A Vilnius NATO Summit

Bucharest Mayor Makes International Debut at Vilnius NATO Meeting Vilnius, Lithuania – June 2, 2025 saw a significant meeting hosted by Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda, bringing together leaders from NATO's eastern and northern flanks. The event, held in Vilnius ahead of the upcoming NATO summit, was notable for the presence of Nicuşor Dan, the newly elected mayor of Bucharest, Romania. This marked Dan's first international engagement since taking office. The meeting celebrated the tenth anniversary of the Bucharest Nine initiative, a group of nine NATO countries on the alliance's eastern and northern flanks. President Nausėda stated, "Today we are celebrating the tenth anniversary of the Bucharest Nine format." The gathering provided an opportunity for Dan to meet with key European leaders and NATO Secretary General, Mark Rutte, among other prominent figures. The video footage shows Dan participating in the discussions, highlighting his involvement in this important international event. His presence underscores the growing importance of Romania's role in regional and international security. The success of this meeting, focused on strengthening cooperation and security in Eastern Europe, bodes well for the upcoming NATO summit.