Phillip H. Gordon will visit Bucharest to discuss the concerns the United States has regarding Romania

On August 12, Assistant Secretary Gordon will travel to Bucharest, Romania, where he will meet with senior government officials to discuss the concerns the United States has regarding recent government actions that threaten democratic checks and balances and weaken independent institutions. Assistant Secretary Gordon will also meet with members of civil society and the business community to discuss how their work plays a role in strengthening the democratic values and principles that unite the transatlantic community.http://www.state.gov/r/pa/prs/
ps/2012/08/196326.htm