Every year, Europe Day (9 th of May) we celebrate peace and unity in Europe. 9 It also represents the historic moment when the "Schuman Declaration", the idea of ​​a new form of political cooperation in Europe has been proposed, making the war between the nations of Europe inconceivable. Thus, Robert Schuman's proposal is considered the cornerstone of the European Union.

This year, the day of 9 It's still special. After two years, The challenges of the COVID pandemic have shown what is important in our lives: the health, the relationship with nature and with our fellow men, solidarity and joint effort. He raised new questions about how we choose to live. He showed both the benefits of European integration, as well as weaknesses.

 From 9 May, Europeans' efforts should have been rewarded by celebrating Europe Day in a bright atmosphere, exuberance, by significant events of the Member States. In fact, these expectations are dark in the context of the war in Ukraine, which determines that the events dedicated to Europe Day in 2022 emphasize the EU's commitment to peace and universal values ​​such as freedom and democracy, while demonstrating unity and solidarity with the Ukrainian people.

Although the European Union sometimes seemed to be overwhelmed by the challenges of the last decade as well: economic crisis,  financial,  by the migration system, pandemia COVID 19, etc.  we are aware that it would be much more difficult for each state to act alone. European cooperation and solidarity assure us that we will face the challenges of the future because it is a project of peace and reconciliation., as it was at the time of its launch, so it is today, an entire Europe, free, united and at peace.

In my opinion, European identity is a space where we have a similar mentality towards culture and life, given that we Europeans no longer want wars and conflicts in Europe. To avoid these situations we must work very closely together. Europe has endured too many wars, and now he supports peace in every way. What unites the countries of Europe is democracy, cultural diversity and solidarity.

The conventional European Union identification emblem is represented by two symbols: The anthem "Ode to Joy" and the Flag of Europe. The anthem was officially adopted in 1972.  The lyrics of the poem "Ode to Joy" written by Frederich Shiler in 1875 it expresses his idealistic vision of the joy of human brotherhood, vision shared musically by Beethoven in the Ninth Symphony, work (1823) from which the Hymn of Europe is extracted.

The flag designed by the Council of Europe has been adopted by all European institutions since 1986. Made against a blue sky, the stars form a circle, symbolizing union, number of stars –  twelve – it represents the symbol of perfection and wholeness, remembering the apostles, of the sons of Jacob, of the works of Hercules, for the months of the year.

9 There is another day when Europeans are invited to reflect, equally to the chance they have to live in peace and freedom.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY EUROPE!

These days, The Polish community in Romania celebrates three more events, pe 2 May - Day of the Polish Diaspora and Poles Abroad and Flag Day of the Republic of Poland, and on 3 May - National Holiday, Polish Constitution Day.

On 2 Diaspora Poles and All Those Living Outside the Country Are Celebrated. It is a national holiday instituted in the year 2002 by the Seim of the Republic of Poland at the initiative of the Senate, in recognition of centuries of achievements and contributions of the Polish diaspora and Poles abroad and loyalty and attachment to Polish culture. On the same day, Flag Day of the Republic of Poland is celebrated, which was introduced as a legal holiday in 2004. Celebrating the Flag is not a coincidence. On the eve of Constitution Day, Poles reflect on glorious pages in Polish history, uniting those in the country and abroad under one of the national symbols - the flag of their Homeland. In this day, Poles remember the long history of national colors white and red and proudly display flags outside.

Although there are various theories about its history, the origin of the Polish flag is not recorded anywhere. It is not known exactly when the use of red and white became the national standard, but the custom is believed to date back almost a millennium, and the colors are of heraldic origin. In the symbolism of the Polish flag, the white comes from the White Eagle, being the emblem of Poland, and from the white Pahonia - the knight on horseback, which is the emblem of Lithuania. The colors white and red were first recognized as national 3 th of May 1792, on the first anniversary of the promulgation of the Constitution.

3 May - is one of the three most important Polish national holidays. On 3 th of May 1791 the first modern constitution was adopted, writing, in modern Europe and second in the world - after the American one. It was considered a very progressive document for its time, an attempt to save the country that has lost part of its territory, as a consequence of the first division made in the year 1772 of Prussia, Austria and Russia. Shortly after its adoption, the second and third divisions were made 1793 and 1795 and Poland lost its independence for many years. Although it never came into force, The Constitution of a 3 It is also important to remember her as a supporter of the aspirations of future generations for independence.

Simultaneously with the anniversary of the adoption of the Constitution of 3 th of May, starting with the year 1920 Poland is celebrating, the religious feast of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Queen of Poland. The holiday was established by Pope Benedict XV in 1920, at the request of the Polish bishops after Poland gained independence in 1918. The feast commemorates the vows made in Lviv by King John Casimir, during the Swedish flood, entrusted Poland with the protection of the Mother of the Dome. On 1 April 1656 the king of Poland, Ioan Cazimir, in the presence of the bishops, senators and the papal legate took the oath of allegiance to the icon of Our Lady of Mercy in Lviv Cathedral and officially declared Mary Queen of the Polish Crown: "I choose you today as my mistress and as the mistress of my countries". Also at that time, for the first time, during the reading of the Lauretan litany by the papal nuncio Pietro Vidoni, the invocation was repeated three times: "Queen of the Polish Crown, pray for us!"This special cult of Mary as the Blessed Virgin Mary, Queen of Poland appears in Poland but also in Polish parishes and the Polish diaspora abroad. In Romania, the church dedicated to this holiday is the church “Most Holy Virgin Mary, Queen of Poland ”from Vicșani.

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It is a great honor for me to be able to come up with some ideas for my birthday 163 years since the Union of the Romanian Principalities in 24 January 1859 of Moldova and Wallachia. I specify that we, ethnic communities, national minorities, we are a component part of the Romanian nation and, obviously, and from this perspective we take part with pride and love not only in this celebration, but at all national and international events in Romania.

We know from historical publications that the formula "Little Union" for the act in 24 January 1859, compared to the “Great Union of 1 December 1918 ”is no longer justified, especially since the founding act of the nation is that of 1859. Then Romania appears on the map of Europe, by uniting the former Danube Principalities.

Of course, is the undeniable merit of an intellectual and political elite that made the Revolution of 1848, and which, only after 10 years managed to achieve one of the objectives assumed in the revolutionary project. The situation was not calm even then. Like now, Romania has been marked by political tensions, but in the end, wisdom and national interest prevailed. The Romanians had a capital goal, and the political leaders of those times knew how to put Romania's interests before personal political interests. The union of the Romanian Principalities is the beginning of the establishment of the modern Romanian state and is closely linked to the double election of Alexandru Ioan Cuza as ruler of both principalities against the background of the increasingly intense western presence at the mouth of the Danube..

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On the occasion of the National Day of Romania, celebrated this year in special conditions due to the Covid-19 pandemic, His Majesty , Dl. Janus Szalinskic, Honorary Consul, wishes all Romanians Happy Birthday!

Geographical location and geopolitical implications of the Baltic and Pontic space, where great empires from the west and east clashed over the centuries, they created the premises of a relatively common destiny for Romania and Poland.

Only a few days have passed since the event experienced by the Poles – National Day - 11 November and here it is 1 December has the same meaning for Romanians.

The fate of the two peoples came naturally at the end of the First World War, when both managed to achieve the national ideal almost simultaneously: Poland becomes a sovereign and independent state again 11 November 1918, the Romanian state completes its national unity at 1 December 1918.

Bilateral relations have a long tradition, "Polish chronicles attesting to their existence since the last quarter of the fourteenth century". It should be noted that the lack of territorial misunderstandings between the two countries has positively influenced bilateral relations., even if they also had a descending meaning, due to different views on foreign policy.

Beyond inherent political tensions, Polish-Romanian relations constantly evolved in the interwar period, and mutual solidarity is still manifested today, after both nations went through the experience of communism. Partner countries in the European Union and NATO, Romania and Poland share a common vision of the future in an increasingly complicated geopolitical context.

The historical events that have taken place now 103 for years they meant for the Romanian nation the fulfillment of a secular dream – achieving a state whose borders include all the regions inhabited mostly by Romanians.

Of course, the unification of all Romanians in a single state, carried out at the end of the year 1918, it was an indisputable historical necessity. The day of 1 December 1918, which we celebrate as Romania's National Day, it is not just a great celebration of the Romanian people, but it is, and it must be, at the same time, an equally great celebration for other ethnic communities, for the national minorities who have lived on Romania's land for centuries.

Resolution of Alba Iulia, from 1 December 1918, by which the Union with Romania of the Romanians from Transylvania was proclaimed, Banat and Hungary and the territories inhabited by them enunciated as fundamental principles in the composition of the new Romanian state: “Full national freedom for all peoples living together. Every people will be trained, administer and judge in its own language, through individuals within her breast, and every people shall have the right of representation in the legislatures and in the government of the country, in proportion to the number of individuals that make it up”. Also, offered to all inhabitants, regardless of nationality, the prospect of living in full accordance with one's own goals and aspirations for the preservation and development of ethnic identity, language, cultural and religious.

Subsequent historical developments have shown that, the birth certificate of Greater Romania, it left traces in the collective consciousness of the national minorities in our country. Minority ethnic groups perceived the Union as a social contract that gave them the right to their own linguistic identity, ethnic, cultural and religious.

Here's what it means, First, the importance of the day 1 December 1918 for national minorities in Romania!

Returning to the starting point of the significance of this day, as a representative not only diplomatically, but also as a citizen of this country, I think that 1 December is a great holiday for all the country's citizens, regardless of the ethnicity to which we belong. HAPPY BIRTHDAY ROMANIA!

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In these difficult times that the whole world is going through,  instead of complaining about what keeps us from doing this pandemic on this important day, like:  military parade, religious services, various cultural and social events and, especially, by reuniting families and loved ones, we may as well take advantage of advanced technology and, by any means,  to send us messages,  greetings cards, SMS to inspire fellow citizens, friends, relatives, close to the spirit of unity and patriotism.

Five generations fought in the uprisings, they maintained the spirit of Poland, they resisted Germanization and Russification so that Poles could enjoy freedom. Jozef Pilsudski, Roman Dmowski, Ignacy Jan Paderewski, General Józef Haller, Ignacy Daszyński, Wincenty Witos and Wojciech Korfanty represent those statesmen who were the parents of Independent Poland. They came from distinct political backgrounds, but their common goal in 1918 it was for the Poles to rebuild their own state.

Therefore, the 11 November commemorates Poland's independence 123 years, during which time it was divided by Austria-Hungary, Prussia and Russia. The process of restoring Poland's independence has been gradual, the chosen date is one in which Józef Piłsudski took control of Poland. The famous commander became a symbol of regaining Poland's independence,  having a decisive role on the configuration of Poland on the map of Europe after the First World War.

Enjoying great appreciation internationally, the leader was at the forefront of the reborn polish state, established army and created its democratic foundations (e.g, in November 1918 recognized women's right to vote). Subsequent he ruled with an strong hand, not once raising controversy, but also admiration - even among his opponents. Also, had special merits for the whole continent - in the year 1920, winning the Battle for Warsaw, known in Poland as the "Miracle on the Vistula", defended his own country but also defended Europe against the Bolsheviks for decades.

The atmosphere of that extraordinary moment was described by the prime minister at the time, Jędrzej Moraczewski thus: "It is impossible to reproduce that ecstasy, that mad joy that gripped the Polish people at that moment. The cords broke after 123 years. Freedom! Independence! To merge! Your own state! Forever! Chaos? That's nothing. Will be fine. […] The one who didn't live those short days, who did not go mad with joy then with the whole nation, he will not feel greater joy in his life ".

Specialist writings say that Poland was formed in the tenth century, and the Kingdom of Poland was founded in 1025, experiencing a special development in the 16th century, during the Polish-Lithuanian State Union, named “The Republic of the two nations”. At the end of the 18th century, Polish territory was divided between the great neighboring empires. Poland became a Republic in 1918, after the end of the First World War. It was dismantled during World War II, being occupied by Nazi Germany and the Soviet Union. In 1947 it became a republic again, with a communist government. In 1989 free elections were held and a democratic regime was adopted, with market economy.  Thus, Poland has become a member of the UN, NATO (from 1999),  to the EU (from 2004) OSCE, Council of the Baltic States, Visegrad Group (Poland held the chairmanship of the Group for the period 1 July 2016 – 30 June 2017), The Weimar Triangle,  adhering to 2007 at the Schengen Area.

The Encyclopedia of World States shows that Poland is increasingly known and requested by tourists for areas or destinations such as: capital – Warsaw, with many tourist attractions; the south of the country– Silesia, mountain area with resorts for winter sports - Zakopane, Krynica ș.a.;  cities with historical monuments, Museums, old universities in the south; Krakow with cathedrals and Wawel Castle; numerous churches, Wielicka Salt Mine and the former Auschwitz concentration camps, Birkenau; Tarnow with fortifications from the 14th-16th centuries; renaissance and baroque houses, wooden churches from the 16th-17th centuries, Wroclaw with the 15th century cathedral, Gothic churches from the 13th-15th centuries; in North (Gdansk and Szczecin et al., with palaces, CASTLES, gothic churches etc. from the XIII-XVI centuries, Czestochowa Monastery in Southern Poland with a famous altar of the Virgin Mary.

Polish culture has a rich history, a thousand years old, with both Western influences, as well as from the Orient. Today, these influences are visible in the architecture, folklore and art of the country. Poland is the birthplace of many famous personalities around the world, such as Pope John Paul II, Marie Skłodowska-Curie, Casimir Pulaski, Tadeusz Kociuszko, Nicolaus Copernicus, etc.

Polish literature dates back to the 12th century and includes many famous poets and writers., precum Jan Kochanowski, Adam Mickiewicz, Henryk Sienkiewicz (Nobel Prize winner 1905), Bolesław Prus, Wladyslaw Reymont (Nobel Prize winner 1924), Juliusz Słowacki, Witold Gombrowicz, Czeslaw Milosz (Nobel Prize winner 1980), Wislawa Szymborska (Nobel Prize winner 1996), Stanisław Lem, Ryszard Kapuściński. Renowned Polish directors include Oscar winners: Roman Polański, Andrzej Wajda, Zbigniew Rybczyński, Janusz Kamiński and Krzysztof Kieslowski. Famous composers of classical music are, among others, Frédéric Chopin (in Poland known as Fryderyk Chopin), Krzysztof Penderecki and Karol Szymanowski.

As we can see, the list is long and does not end here.

POLISH DRAGONS, wherever you are, Poland's National Day is an occasion of great joy for each of us. We want that 11 November to bring us, like every year, exceptional achievements and to be proud that we are POLISH!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY POLAND!