Her Majesty Margareta, Custodian of the Romanian Crown, and His Royal Highness Prince Radu visited the headquarters of the 4th Infantry Division 'Gemina' in Cluj-Napoca on Tuesday, where they met with the unit's military personnel.

The Royal Family was welcomed by the division's commander, Major General Bogdan Cernat, and his deputy, Brigadier General Nicolae-Gabriel Oros, before attending a meeting with personnel from the division headquarters.

During the meeting, Major General Bogdan Cernat presented the structure of the unit and outlined its main activities.

Prince Radu explained that the Royal Family's frequent visits to military units are prompted both by the current security environment and by their appreciation for the military profession.

'The reason we are so often present in these military units is not only that today's reality compels us to think about national defence and European security more than ever before, but also because we have always regarded your profession as a valuable one, not only because of the direct work you perform and the ideals you serve, but also because of the example you set for today's generations,' he said.

In her turn, Margareta congratulated the military personnel on their work and the progress they have achieved.

'You have made tremendous progress, and I congratulate you on everything you have accomplished. I think you are exceptional. I am proud to be able to travel anywhere in the country and around the world and speak about Romanian military personnel, and I am always warmly received,' the Custodian of the Crown said.

At the end of the meeting, Margareta and Prince Radu signed the headquarters' Book of Honour and then planted an oak tree in the courtyard of the military unit. AGERPRES (RO - writing by: Sebastian Olaru; EN - writing by: Simona Klodnischi)