PM Ponta on National Culture Day: We have mission to support, promote all forms of cultural expression

Prime Minister Victor Ponta said on the occasion of the National Culture Day, that the main mission in a European Romania is to promote "all forms of cultural expression."

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"Today, on the occasion of the National Culture Day and marking 165 years since the birth of Mihai Eminescu, I want us to remember our mission in a European Romania ? to support and promote all forms of cultural expression as our passport for the future," the prime minister posted on Facebook.

Ponta declared himself "a staunch supporter of tolerance, freedom of speech and cultural diversity" and also "very proud of our cultural values".

"Eminescu, Brancusi, Enescu, Ionescu and all the great Romanian intellectuals, artists and creators are the real unifiers of this country, who helped us build our identity and keep our head high in the world. Today we thank them and are celebrating the Romanian Culture!," added the prime minister. AGERPRES