On May 19, 2025, Georgia’s fifth President, Salome Zurabishvili, extended her congratulations to Nicușor Dan on his victory in Romania’s presidential election. In a message shared on X, Zurabishvili praised the Romanian people’s commitment to democracy and European values, stating:
“The people of Romania stood up for democracy and Europe. Despite external interference, their voice was clear and resolute. Congratulations to Romania and Nicușor Dan on this step forward for our shared European future.”
Nicușor Dan, previously serving as the mayor of Bucharest, secured the presidency in a runoff election held on May 18, defeating nationalist candidate George Simion with 54% of the vote.
Zurabishvili’s congratulatory message aligns with her consistent advocacy for democratic principles and European integration, reflecting the shared aspirations of Georgia and Romania within the broader European context.
