Celebrating the 140th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the United States and Romania.

celebrates the 140th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the United States and Romania;

applauds the Government and the people of Romania for the significant strides they have made in governance, anti-corruption, rule of law, economic reforms, and their continuing pursuit of democratic, social, and economic progress;

encourages the United States Government to use its leadership in NATO to advocate for an upgraded NATO presence in Romania, in order to better accommodate the evolving threat environment in and around the Black Sea region; and

reaffirms the enduring alliance between the United States and Romania, based upon shared democratic values, security partnership, and increasing economic ties.