António Costa meets Nicușor Dan to discuss EU budget and priorities

European Council President António Costa met with Romanian President Nicușor Dan at Cotroceni Palace to discuss EU priorities, including the 2028-2034 multiannual budget. Discussions focused on strengthening European defense, security, competitiveness, and innovation. President Dan emphasized the need for an ambitious budget with consistent funding for cohesion and agriculture to address disparities between member states.

Separately, a debate hosted by the Presidential Administration addressed the critical role of family medicine and prevention in the healthcare system. Participants highlighted the urgent need to combat medical disinformation and conspiracy theories that undermine public health. Experts noted a significant deficit of family doctors in Romania and advocated for digital solutions, such as electronic preventive patient files, to improve healthcare resilience and continuity.