Klaus Iohannis: Today, in various forms, populism and hate speech are making their presence felt again

President Klaus Iohannis, in his message on the Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Fascism and Communism, says that today, in various forms, populism and hate speech are making their presence felt once again.

The Head of State says that this is precisely why the vigilance of society as a whole is necessary, so as not to expose ourselves to the risk that all these values to which Romania has adhered will be swept away.

The President also recalls the crucial decision of King Michael I, who acted with responsibility and dignity, thus changing the adverse course of events of the Second World War and saving Romania from an imminent disaster.

In his message, Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu also reaffirms the Government's firm commitment to combat all forms of extremism and to strengthen civic spirit by educating young people about all the moments that have marked our recent history.

Translated by: Radu Matei