Interview | Indian Ambassador Mohapatra: “India Sees Romania as a Key Partner and Gateway to the European Union

In an extensive interview with Mihai Manea, Publisher of Nine O’Clock, H.E. Dr. Manoj Kumar Mohapatra, Ambassador of India to Romania, discusses the growing strength and depth of India–Romania relations. He highlights new opportunities for cooperation in trade, technology, education, and culture, and underlines Romania’s strategic importance as India’s trusted partner and gateway to the European Union. Ambassador Mohapatra emphasizes that shared values, mutual respect, and a forward-looking vision continue to guide and inspire this enduring partnership between the two nations.

Mihai Manea: Your Excellency, how would you characterize the current state of diplomatic and economic relations between India and Romania?

H.E. Dr. Manoj Kumar Mohapatra India and Romania enjoy warm and friendly relations based on mutual respect, trust, and shared values. Over the pas...