Romanian President Nicușor Dan awarded Lech Walesa, former President of Poland and leader of the Solidarity movement, with Romania’s highest honor, the Order of the National Star of Romania, in the rank of Grand Cross. The ceremony took place on June 25th at the European Solidarity Centre in Gdańsk, Poland. President Dan appeared visibly emotional while presenting the distinction to Walesa. The event followed Dan’s participation in activities at the Solidarity Centre. The award recognizes Walesa’s contributions to democratic movements and his role in dismantling communism in Eastern Europe. This gesture underscores the strong relationship between Romania and Poland and acknowledges Walesa’s historical significance. Details of the conversation between the two leaders were reported as being delivered with a trembling voice by President Dan.