The Conference on the Future of Europe represents the first chance for Romania and notably for Romanian citizens to directly contribute to the way the European Union’s future directions are shaped.
The European Union was created as a project of prosperity, peace and solidarity of Western countries. The European project grew primarily from the needs of the West. Due to the isolation behind the Iron Curtain, Romania and the other countries in the central and eastern part of the continent could join this project only decades later, and so far have not had the opportunity to voice their opinions directly on the major directions for the future.
Established at the initiative of our political family, Renew Europe, the Conference will focus on the citizens and their needs, which will in practice translate into thousands of debates over the next two years, at several levels and on various topics that will lead to a set of conclusions that will then be put into practice. Every Romanian citizen will have a real chance to make their voice heard. Either through the digital platform provided by the Conference, or by organizing or participating in events that contribute constructively to the debate on the future of Europe.
We believe that the European Union is the most successful political project of the last century, but we are also aware that the European project is not perfect hence our full commitment to revitalise it.
We believe in a renewed and strong Europe, in a Europe of all its citizens, in a Europe of prosperity and equity, in a Europe of democracy, freedom and the rule of law. A European Union of all its citizens. A Europe of innovation, globally competitive. A Europe that protects its citizens
This manifesto is the starting point for our involvement in the Conference on the Future of Europe. Structured in several thematic chapters, the Manifesto addresses current issues, the solutions we propose for these issues and how the lives of European citizens would change if our proposals became a reality.
On the 26th of May, 2019, we asked your vote to be able to represent Romanian citizens at the European level. Today we ask for more than one vote, we ask for your involvement. We are looking forward to hearing your opinion on any aspect that can improve the Union and Romania’s place in the EU.
Along with this manifesto, we are launching a period of consultations, a period in which we want to hear your voice. Therefore, the conclusions of this document, which we will support during the Conference, are on the table and will be established by us together.
