Calin Georgescu, the candidate with controversial visions, sparked a wave of reactions after claiming that Ukraine is an “invented state” and spoke about Romania’s “interest” for its territories, including North Bucovina, Bugeac and North Maramureș .
Calin Georgescu. Photo: Inquam Photos/Octav Ganea
Călin Georgescu, known for his controversial discourse and closeness to pro-Russian visions, has recently made extremely challenging statements in an interview with Ion Cristoiu, in which he supported revisionist ideas and spoke about the external territories he considers part of Romania. These statements have aroused strong criticisms and brought to the fore the sensitive historical themes regarding the borders and sovereignty of Ukraine.
Georgescu began by challenging the existence of the Ukrainian state and suggested that the borders would change in the near future, advancing the idea of a new geopolitical division. In this context, he stated: “Ukraine is an invented state, there is no”claiming that the neighboring state does not have “a landmark there”.
According to article 3 of the Constitution of Romania, the territory of the country is inalienable, and the borders of the country are established by organic law, in compliance with the principles and other general admissions of international law. In the territory of the Romanian state, foreign populations cannot be displaced or colonized.
Thus, Georgescu’s statements contravene not only to the international norms and the principles of the European Union, but also to the Romanian Constitution. In addition, the emphasis of Georgescu that “Ukraine is an invented state” does not reflect the geopolitical and historical reality of the region, as Ukraine is internationally recognized as a sovereign state, and its borders have been established by international treaties, including by agreements between Romania and Ukraine.
During the discussion with Ion Cristoiu, Călin Georgescu continued by detailing which territories in Ukraine should return to Romania. “The world changes. Borders will change. More than that – if borders are changing, where are we? We have Northern Bucovina – interest. We have Bugeacul, do we have the North Maramureș – correct? From the former Transcarpathia remains also at Hungarians, the Lvov that will remain in Poles, and Malorusia ”, said Georgescu, advancing the idea of a territorial extension of Romania on the basis of historical claims.
Asked if “Bet on a division” of the territories, Georgescu replied without hesitation: “One hundred percent will be that. Well, otherwise they have no way! There is no, the road is inevitable.“
Georgescu continued to insist on the “historical” character of these territories, stressing that “First of all, they are ours, historian”. He added that “The war is lost“For Ukraine, mentioning: “I want Greater Romania“, A project that would involve the recovery of historical territories in the former Great Romania.
The geopolitical context and Georgescu’s vision
Calin Georgescu also spoke about a rapid global change, mentioning that “It is a quick and deep change ”which will lead to a “nine era”. In his opinion, this process will be influenced by international leaders such as Donald Trump and other political actors who, in Georgescu’s vision, “I know what they want”. He argued that “All this shows us that these people, first of all, know what they want and show us that we are at a turning point”, Suggesting that Romania should redefine its position in relation to the United States.
Moreover, Georgescu continued to emphasize the importance of the United States for Romania’s foreign policy, claiming that “America will no longer negotiate through Brussels. It is a chance for us to leave the Byzantine politics and negotiate directly. ” In this context, he claimed that Romania must take on the role of US strategic partner.
Historical revisionism and political implications
Georgescu’s claims about Ukraine and the territories that should come back to Romania have aroused criticism from those who believe that such visions can feed conflicts and can endanger regional stability. Romania has recognized, through the 1997 treaty, the current borders of Ukraine, and any claim could seriously affect diplomatic relations and could have international repercussions.
Also, the themes addressed by Georgescu are not new in Romanian politics. Other politicians, such as Diana Şoșoaca and some gold leaders, have advanced similar initiatives on territorial revisionism, including the claim of historical territories on the territory of Ukraine.
