We had the honour of hosting Romanian Women in Leadership at the UK Parliament, celebrating the contribution of Ro women in the UK. The only parliament in the world that has hosted an event dedicated to Romanian women and their contribution to society.Thank you @gareththomasMP

The drone explosion in the port of Constanța shows that Russia’s war is increasingly spilling over into EU territory. I spoke with Foreign Minister @oana_toiu about today's developments and expressed the EU’s full solidarity with Romania. The ultimate responsibility for what happened rests squarely with Russia. As President Zelenskyy told Putin in an open letter yesterday: Moscow can stop this war any day. Next week, EU Defence Ministers will discuss how to further ramp up our support for Ukraine and increase the EU’s own defence readiness.

Full solidarity and support to Romania following the drone explosion in the port of Constanta this morning. This is the third significant security incident in Romania in recent weeks. These incidents are a direct consequence of Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine. The EU condemns the repeated violations of airspace of Member States and reaffirms its unwavering commitment to the security of all Member States.

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Great to see strong support in Parliament for introducing a Romanian GCSE, a much-needed step for over 155,000 Romanian pupils in the UK. Thank you @gareththomasMP

🇪🇺🇬🇧 EU and UK cooperation moves forward. 🤝 Together, we are stronger and more connected. Today the legal texts bringing the UK formally into Erasmus in 2027 were signed. The UK’s association to @EUErasmusPlus in 2027 will open thousands of opportunities for students, staff and youth to learn, travel and thrive across the EU and the UK. #commissionerofthepeople

We are delighted to see University of Essex celebrating Romanian success and highlighting the achievements of our community essex.ac.uk/news/2026/04/15/… 🙏 @gareththomasMP

He is risen!

I am proud that, together with Türkiye and Albania, we have submitted the multinational file “Oya: A Traditional Practice of Embellishment” for @UNESCO heritage listing. This living tradition tells the story of our shared traditions and creativity passed down through generations. We will continue to support the cultural heritage that brings us together. @HakanFidan @HoxhaFer #CulturalHeritage

🚨 UK Gov launches Youth Guarantee 💷 £3,000 per young hire (18–24) 💷 £2,000 apprentices (SMEs) 📉 0 NICs 👉 Real opportunity for businesses & young people 🔗 business.gov.uk/recruit #UKBusiness #YouthEmployment

Honoured to take part in Mental Health Prevention in the Digital Age in Europe at the European Parliament 🇪🇺 Proud to contribute, alongside a London delegation, to a vital conversation bringing together leading decision-makers, experts, and practitioners.

The event “European Values and Excellence: The Legacy of Nadia Comăneci, 50 Years On,” was truly remarkable. What a privilege to witness a national treasure & a world champion, Nadia Comăneci, speaking at the European Parliament. Congrats @negrescuvictor for organising it! 🇪🇺🇷🇴

La mulți ani tuturor doamnelor și domnișoarelor! De Ziua Internațională a Femeii, vǎ mulțumesc pentru tot ce faceți pentru familiile dumneavoastră și pentru comunitate. Prea des uitǎm cât de mult vǎ datorǎm, cât de puternice și de curajoase sunteți. Din pǎcate însǎ, astǎzi nu toate femeile primesc flori și prețuire. Gândurile mele se îndreaptă mai ales cǎtre mamele singure, cǎtre femeile victime ale violenței domestice, cǎtre acelea care au reușit sǎ se desprindǎ din relații toxice și își continuǎ viața cu demnitate și determinare, cǎtre toate bunicile care trǎiesc în singurǎtate. Va admir pentru curaj și putere! România mai are multe de fǎcut pentru a asigura respectul, șansele egale și protecția fiecǎrei femei. Voi continua sǎ susțin cu fermitate aceste obiective.

My update on the situation in the Middle East.

Reguli noi pentru cetățenii români privind introducerea Autorizației Electronice de Călătorie (ETA), începând cu 25 februarie 2026.

We’ve launched Familia în UK- a practical online guide created by social worker Ionuț Neacșu to help Romanian parents understand the UK child protection system. Volunteer-led, community-driven, supported by RoConect. No family should feel alone.

Thank you @gareththomasMP for being a true ally & trusted partner of Romania and the Romanian people. 🇬🇧🤝🇷🇴 gareththomas.org.uk/petition…

In a message recorded for Stand Up To Cancer, The King spoke of the deep comfort found in compassion, expertise and kindness at every stage of treatment. To all those who care for patients and families and to everyone who offers support in ways seen and unseen - we thank you. #WorldCancerDay

Looking forward to this. eventbrite.co.uk/e/unseen-an…