The Ambassador of the Sovereign Order of Malta to Romania, HE Roberto Musneci KM, together with his wife, Marialaura, attended the traditional Garden Party hosted by the Royal House of Romania on 10 May 2026 at Elisabeta Palace in Bucharest. This year’s celebration held particular significance, marking the 160th anniversary of the founding of the Romanian Royal House, a moment regarded as the beginning of the country’s modern constitutional and institutional development.

Dedicated to both Romania and the Republic of Moldova, the event brought together several thousand guests from across Romania and Moldova, including representatives of state institutions, the diplomatic corps, academia, civil society, and the business community.

Over the years, the Garden Party at Elisabeta Palace has become an important occasion for institutional dialogue and public engagement, reflecting values shared by the Royal House and the Sovereign Order of Malta: service, solidarity, and support for vulnerable communities. The longstanding relationship between the two institutions has been strengthened through humanitarian cooperation and continuous dialogue rooted in mutual respect and tradition. These close ties are also reflected in the conferment of the Pro Merito Melitensi decoration upon members of the Royal Family.

The Embassy’s participation in this important anniversary celebration once again underlined the enduring friendship between the Sovereign Order of Malta and the Romanian Royal House, as well as their shared commitment to promoting human dignity, social responsibility, and assistance to those most in need.