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Hunor Kelemen, President of the Democratic Alliance of Hungarians in Romania (RMDSZ), spoke at the 10th Danube Days in Rimetea (Torockó), Transylvania, highlighting the settlement as a symbol of Hungarian perseverance and cultural heritage in the Carpathian Basin.
He emphasized Rimetea’s history of overcoming natural challenges and defending against adversity, attributing its long-term success to the community’s steadfast preservation of traditions and values. Mr. Kelemen praised Duna Television for creating the Danube House and celebrating Hungarian culture in Rimetea, which he described as one of the most beautiful settlements in the region.
Anita Altorjai, CEO of Duna Media Service Plc., echoed these sentiments, emphasizing the role of public service media in preserving Hungarian culture and identity, both within and beyond Hungary’s borders.
She highlighted the importance of promoting Hungarian heritage to the wider world and noted that the Danube House has become a recognized intellectual center and strong anchor for Hungarians in the region.
Altorjai stressed the importance of national unity and the shared experience of belonging, particularly in light of recent global challenges such as war, the pandemic, migration, and economic difficulties. She highlighted the Danube Days as a celebration of Hungarian unity and cultural treasures, with participation from scholars, craftsmen, musicians, and artists from across the Carpathian Basin.
Árpád János Potápi, Secretary of State for National Policy, emphasized the necessity of strong Hungarian representation in Transylvania and the importance of preserving the network of Hungarian institutions. He called for solidarity among Hungarians and highlighted the significance of the EP elections for ensuring Hungarian representation in Romania and Brussels.
Mr. Potápi praised the resilience and unity of the Hungarian nation more than 100 years after the Treaty of Trianon (June 4, 1920), underscoring the importance of preserving the mother tongue, traditions, and culture.
Both Hunor Kelemen and Potápi acknowledged the efforts made since 2010 to support Hungarians abroad, including the adoption of dual citizenship and symbolic laws.
Mr. Potápi noted that over 1.175 million Hungarians abroad have become Hungarian citizens, and resources for national policy have increased tenfold.
Local leaders and church representatives also spoke at the event, emphasizing the importance of Hungarian identity and cultural preservation. They highlighted the historical and cultural significance of the Danube House and Danube Days, noting strong participation and support from the Hungarian community. The event concluded with calls for continued efforts to preserve Hungarian heritage and ensure strong representation for Hungarians in the region.
Via MTI; Featured Image: Facebook / Duna Napok Torockó