Ambassador of Romania visits County Longford

Ambassador of Romania visits County Longford
Successful visit promoting Romanian and Longford relationship

Press Release
17 October 2022

Longford County Council was delighted to welcome His Excellency Ambassador of Romania Dr Laurențiu-Mihai Ștefan to Longford on Monday, 17 October.

The visit of Ambassador Ștefan aims to further strengthen the connection between Romania and County Longford. The invitation came about as a result of Longford County Council Cathaoirleach Cllr Turlough McGovern reaching out to His Excellency.

Meetings and activities

Ambassador Ștefan was welcomed to Longford County Council by Cathaoirleach Turlough McGovern. Longford County Council Chief Executive Paddy Mahon and Longford Romanian Network Chairperson Daniela Luca were also in attendance to welcome the Ambassador.

Shared understanding

One of the key themes that emerged from the discussions included the many Romanian people who now call County Longford their home and how they have added to their communities. Focus was also given to further developing these strong ties between Romania and Longford.

Speaking following the visit, Cathaoirleach Cllr Turlough McGovern said he was delighted that the Ambassador had come to Longford. “This visit allows for a further strengthening of ties between all people, including Romanian people, who call Longford their home. I want to pay tribute to Ambassador Ștefan for sharing his time and enthusiasm for deepening the close ties Longford has with Romania and Romanian people. I hope to welcome His Excellency again to Longford very soon.”

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All media queries should be directed to the Longford County Council Communications Officer via mediaenquiries@longfordcoco.ie or by calling 043 334 4217.