The twinning programme will promote cohesion between Hungarian communities as well as help further development of the Szekler city and its surroundings, the document noted.

It will boost economic and cultural ties with emphasis on tourism, youth, and sports, as well as cooperation between municipal institutions, it added.

The agreement awaits approval by Romania’s foreign ministry, and could be signed by leaders of the two cities in Odorheiu Secuiesc late next month.

Republished with permission of Hungary Matters, MTI’s daily newsletter.