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Diplomacy Begins Locally in the North West of England

CEO, Express Language Solutions Ltd, CEO, Moldovan Diaspora Business Alliance Ltd, EN, Honorary Consul of Moldova in Manchester

The inauguration of Romania’s new Honorary Consul in Liverpool represents far more than a diplomatic appointment.

It reflects the growing importance of the North West of England as a centre for international diplomacy, regional cooperation and global business connections.

Discover why stronger diplomatic networks benefit businesses, investors, universities, local authorities and communities across the Republic of Moldova, Romania and the United Kingdom.

Dina Railean, Honorary Consul of the Republic of Moldova in Manchester, is pictured with Nicoleta Teodorovici and acclaimed Romanian actress Emilia Popescu following the cultural event "Aplauze pentru Poet" on 9 June 2026. The photograph was taken at the venue hosted by the Consulate General of Romania in Manchester, with the Romanian, European Union and diplomatic flags displayed behind them. The gathering celebrated Romanian poetry, language and cultural heritage through a performance by Emilia Popescu and pianist Cătălin Răducanu, highlighting the role of cultural diplomacy in strengthening ties between the Republic of Moldova, Romania and the United Kingdom.

How Poetry Builds International Understanding in Manchester

CEO, Express Language Solutions Ltd, CEO, Moldovan Diaspora Business Alliance Ltd, EN, Honorary Consul of Moldova in Manchester, Salford President, Greater Manchester Chamber

Culture has always been one of diplomacy’s most powerful tools.

My recent attendance at “Aplauze pentru Poet”, organised by the Consulate General of Romania in Manchester, demonstrated how poetry, language and music continue to unite communities, preserve identity and strengthen international relationships.

Discover why cultural diplomacy matters not only to our communities, but also to trade, education and long-term cooperation between the Republic of Moldova, Romania and the United Kingdom.

Dina Railean, Honorary Consul of the Republic of Moldova in Manchester, stands with Cristina Oleinic and a member of the Moldovan consular team at the Honorary Consulate of the Republic of Moldova in Manchester. The group is photographed in front of the flags of the United Kingdom and the Republic of Moldova during the first travelling consular outreach service hosted at the newly inaugurated Honorary Consulate on 12 June 2026. The event formed part of the Embassy of the Republic of Moldova in London's "The Embassy Comes Closer to Citizens" programme, bringing essential consular services closer to members of the Moldovan diaspora living across the North of England.

A New Chapter for UK–Moldova Cooperation

CEO, Express Language Solutions Ltd, EN, Honorary Consul of Moldova in Manchester

The first travelling consular services hosted at the Honorary Consulate of the Republic of Moldova in Manchester marked far more than an administrative milestone. They demonstrated how accessible public services strengthen institutions, support diaspora communities and reinforce confidence among businesses, investors and international partners. Discover why bringing government closer to citizens also helps bring countries closer together.

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