Bucharest, 4 November 2026 – Dr. Tatiana Păduraru, head of the South-Eastern Europe Health Network (SEEHN) Secretariat, had bilateral talks with Romania’s Minister of Health, Dr. Alexandru Rogobete, on the margins of the Second Workshop on the Bucharest Pledge and Future SEEHN Priorities, held in Bucharest on 3–4 November 2026.
The meeting provided an excellent opportunity to discuss the Network’s strategic priorities, ongoing regional consultations, and preparations for upcoming high-level events under Romania’s SEEHN Presidency.
Dr. Păduraru presented SEEHN’s priorities for the coming period, emphasizing the need to strengthen regional cooperation, improve operational effectiveness, and consolidate the Network’s role as a platform for dialogue, coordination, and joint action on shared health challenges.
Particular attention was devoted to the development of the Bucharest Pledge and the accompanying Strategic Action Plan, building on the structured consultations involving all nine SEEHN Member States. Dr. Păduraru briefed the Minister on the progress achieved, the next steps in the consultation process, and the proposed format and objectives of the forthcoming Bucharest Summit.
Minister Rogobete reaffirmed his support for SEEHN’s objectives and initiatives, underscoring the need for sustained regional cooperation to address common public health priorities. Building on the openness and support shown during his first mandate, the Minister reiterated his commitment to further strengthen cooperation with SEEHN.
The discussions also addressed preparations for upcoming events during Romania’s SEEHN Presidency, with a focus on strengthening high-level political engagement, advancing regional initiatives, and translating shared commitments into concrete action.
