There are several reasons why Donald Trump’s administration must upgrade the relationship with Romania—an important US partner in Eastern Europe. Romania is an enduring friend and ally—from a cultural, security, and military standpoint—and offers a wealth of economic opportunities. It aspires to be more present on Washington’s strategic radar, and particularly on the agenda of Trump and the Republican-controlled US Congress. This is no time for a political romance in Eastern Europe, pragmatism abounds. The European Union faces several challenges from the east and the south—Russia, terrorism, and migration being among the more significant ones. The “Easterners,” historically …read more
Source: Atlantic Council