Romania–Turkey strategic partnership was the central message highlighted during the traditional Iftar dinner organized in Bucharest by the Turkish Businessmen Association in Romania (TIAD), an event that brought together members of the diplomatic community, business leaders, and guests from institutional and media circles.
Atlas News attended the event at the invitation of TIAD President Ufuk Tandoğan, in an evening that underscored both the depth of Romanian–Turkish relations and the important role played by the economic community in strengthening this strategic partnership.
The event took place on Monday, March 9, 2026, at the Radisson Blu Hotel Bucharest, Atlas Hall, and was organized on the occasion of the holy month of Ramadan, as part of the traditional Iftar dinner, a moment of reflection, solidarity, and dialogue within Islamic culture.
The Turkish Ambassador’s Message: Romania as a Strategic Partner
The event was honored by the presence of His Excellency Özgür Kıvanç Altan, Ambassador of the Republic of Türkiye to Romania, who delivered a clear message regarding the strength of the relationship between Ankara and Bucharest.
In his address, the ambassador emphasized that Romania represents a strategic partner for Türkiye, highlighting the high level of political and economic cooperation between the two countries.
The Turkish diplomat noted the positive momentum of bilateral trade relations and the important role played by Turkish investments in the Romanian economy, stressing that the relationship between the two nations continues to develop steadily on the basis of mutual respect and shared interests.
The ambassador’s remarks reflected not only the diplomatic closeness between the two states, but also the prospect of an increasingly solid economic and strategic cooperation in the Black Sea region.
TIAD’s Role in Strengthening Economic Relations
The Iftar dinner organized by TIAD once again confirmed the important role played by the Turkish Businessmen Association in Romania in advancing economic relations between Romania and Türkiye.
Under the leadership of President Ufuk Tandoğan, the organization has become one of the most active platforms for economic dialogue between the two countries, bringing together major Turkish companies that contribute to the development of the Romanian economy through investments, job creation, and commercial projects.
The event provided participants with the opportunity to discuss new avenues for economic cooperation and the potential expansion of commercial partnerships between Romanian and Turkish companies.
An Evening of Dialogue and Cooperation
The atmosphere of the evening reflected the spirit of openness and cooperation that characterizes the relationship between Romania and Türkiye.
The presence of diplomats, business leaders, and members of the press transformed the Iftar dinner into a space for dialogue, mutual respect, and the strengthening of economic and cultural ties between the two nations.
Atlas News’ participation in the event highlights the publication’s interest in geopolitical and economic developments in the Black Sea region, as well as in the strategic partnerships that contribute to regional stability and economic growth.
In a complex regional context, the Romanian–Turkish relationship remains an important pillar of stability, while initiatives such as those organized by TIAD contribute significantly to the consolidation of this partnership.
