WASHINGTON, Feb 19 — International media coverage of U.S. President Donald Trump’s “Board of Peace” meeting has focused primarily on the broader geopolitical agenda, while Romania’s participation as an observer drew attention in regional commentary following a remark in which Trump referred to Romanian leader Nicușor Dan as “prime minister”.
Reports by international and European media described the meeting as centered on strategic coordination and regional security discussions, with several leaders receiving extended introductions during Trump’s address.
Romania attended the event without decision-making authority, a status confirmed in official statements from Bucharest, where officials said the proposed charter of the initiative is under review for compatibility with European Union commitments.
According to coverage from Romanian and international media, the reference to Dan’s title quickly became a point of debate domestically. Some commentators interpreted the wording as a sign of diplomatic distance, while others noted that Trump has previously misidentified officials during public remarks.
Analyses published by European outlets emphasized that the speech highlighted leaders seen as politically aligned with Trump, while delegations with observer status received more limited attention. No official clarification has been issued by the White House regarding the wording used during the introduction.
Romanian presidential statements following the meeting focused on cooperation and a pragmatic approach to evaluating the initiative, without addressing interpretations circulating in local media.
The Board of Peace initiative has drawn mixed reactions across Europe, with several governments sending observers while assessing the potential implications for existing international frameworks, according to multiple press reports.
This article is based on publicly available reporting and international media analysis.
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