Story by Oleen Ndori, Foreign Editor
ROMANIA has endorsed Zimbabwe’s bid for a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council for the 2027–2028 term, in a boost to Harare’s diplomatic campaign.
Foreign Affairs and International Trade Minister, Professor Amon Murwira, delivered the request while in Bucharest as Special Envoy of President Emmerson Mnangagwa.
“I presented my letters of appointment… requesting support for Zimbabwe’s bid… They expressed their support, and we are very elated that our diplomatic outreach is yielding results,” said Professor Murwira.
The minister said the engagements are strengthening Zimbabwe’s international footprint and advancing its “friend to all, enemy to none” and “Open for Business” policies.
Talks also focused on expanding bilateral cooperation in education, science and technology, agriculture, and industry.
“We discussed issues of mutual interest… including science and technology, education, and trade in agriculture, as well as setting up industrial plants in Zimbabwe,” Professor Murwira said, pointing to Romania’s strength in the automotive sector as a potential investment avenue.
The two countries are moving to deepen relations through enhanced diplomatic representation, with Zimbabwe planning to accredit its ambassador in Germany to Romania, and through the proposed establishment of a Joint Permanent Commission on Cooperation.
The endorsement adds to growing international backing for Zimbabwe’s UNSC bid as it intensifies engagement and re-engagement efforts across Europe.
