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24/12/2025

19/05/2025

🌍 Call for Applications: ACYPL Exchange Program – Romanian Delegation to the U.S. | September 2025 🇷🇴🇺🇸

📣 Just 3 weeks left to apply for the American Council of Young Political Leaders (ACYPL) Exchange Program, organized in partnership with the Political Research Group (PRG)!

📅 Program Dates: September 10–19, 2025
📍 Destinations: Washington, D.C. & Colorado, USA
🔗 Apply now: https://politicalresearchgroup.com/political-exchange-program-in-partnership-with-acypl-usa/

This prestigious exchange offers emerging Romanian leaders the chance to explore American political institutions at all levels, engage with U.S. policymakers, campaign professionals, and civil society leaders, and experience American culture through curated activities and networking.

✅ Who should apply?
• Aged 25–40 (one group leader may be over 40)
• Elected officials, political party members, policymakers, or civic activists
• Fluent in English
• With limited or no prior professional travel to the U.S.

📩 To apply, send the following to [email protected]:
• CV (in English)
• Letter of intention (1 page, explaining your motivation and fit for the program)

✈️ All U.S. logistics (meals, transport, accommodation) are covered by ACYPL. International flights will be arranged by PRG and reimbursed by selected participants, along with a $500 administrative fee.

🕒 Deadline: June 10, 2025
Don’t miss this opportunity to join a global alumni network that includes prime ministers, U.S. Cabinet members, and leading parliamentarians!

Objective Political Leaders Exchange Program Romania-USA Area Political Leadership Status Project Launched About the program Since 1966, the American Council of Young Political Leaders (ACYPL) has provided emerging leaders with opportunities to engage in international exchange programs, fostering co...

07/05/2025

New PRG Policy Brief Out Now

The India-Pakistan rivalry has entered a new phase: nuclear deterrence still holds, but water security is now a frontline issue after Delhi’s April 2025 suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty.

👉 Read the article & download the full PDF here: https://politicalresearchgroup.com/2025/05/south-asia-conflict-brief-india-pakistan-rivalry-in-2025-historical-layers-emerging-flash-points-crisis-trajectories/

The latest PRG policy brief offers a concise but up-to-date assessment of one of the world’s most enduring flash-points. Beginning with the four interstate wars that shaped the sub-continent, the paper traces the evolution of “stable instability” through the Parliament (2001), Mumbai (2008) an...

25/04/2025

🌍 Call for Applications: ACYPL Exchange Program – Romanian Delegation to the U.S. | September 2025

We are thrilled to announce the launch of the Call for Applications for the American Council of Young Political Leaders (ACYPL) Exchange Program, in partnership with the Political Research Group (PRG).

📅 Program Dates: September 10–19, 2025
📍 Destinations: Washington, D.C. & Colorado, USA
🔗 More details & how to apply: https://politicalresearchgroup.com/political-exchange-program-in-partnership-with-acypl-usa/

This prestigious exchange program offers emerging Romanian leaders the opportunity to gain first-hand experience with the American political system at the federal, state, and local levels. The visit includes high-level discussions with U.S. elected officials, policy experts, campaign professionals, think tanks, and community leaders, combined with cultural and networking experiences.

✅ Who can apply?
• Aged 25–40 (one group leader may be over 40)
• Elected officials, political party representatives, policymakers, or activists
• Fluent in English
• With limited or no prior professional travel to the U.S.
✈️ Logistics managed by ACYPL, with PRG coordinating Romanian delegate selection. Participants are responsible for reimbursing the cost of their international flight and a small administrative fee.
👉 This program has a powerful alumni network, including prime ministers, U.S. Cabinet members, parliamentarians, and governors. Will you be next?

📩 Applications now open! Deadline: ✅ June 10, 2025

For more details, visit our website: https://politicalresearchgroup.com/political-exchange-program-in-partnership-with-acypl-usa/
Or contact us at: [email protected]

31/12/2024

Happy New Year! 💫

May each day bring new opportunities, exciting adventures, and moments of joy!

Liliana Grosaru-Filip

18/10/2024

Euro-Atlantic Resilience Forum 2024:

Nu exista moment mai potrivit sa co-organizăm panelul „Bridging Continents: Tech Innovation and Startup Acceleration for a Resilient Defense”, împreună cu Centrul Euro-Atlantic pentru Reziliență și Capitol Factory din Austin, Texas SUA. Am avut alături cel mai bun co-moderator si bun prieten al României, Aaron Pluto!

Le mulțumim vorbitorilor noștri de excepție:

💫Gordon Daugherty, Co-fondator și Președinte al Capitol Factory, care a prezentat cm se finanțează startup-urile în SUA.

💫Col. Clay McVay, Director Adjunct la Army Applications Laboratory, Army Futures Command, care a explicat cm colaborează Armata SUA cu startup-urile pentru a stimula inovația.

💫Emma Ryan, Challenge Manager la NATO DIANA, care ne-a oferit o actualizare privind inițiativele de inovare în apărarea NATO.

💫Brandon Cates, CEO al Ametrine, care a vorbit despre modul în care sectorul privat colaborează cu Armata SUA.

💫Emanuel Popp, CEO al AFT de peste 15 ani, care a discutat despre proiectele de cercetare și dezvoltare din sectorul apărării în România, bazându-se pe vasta sa experiență.

Îi mulțumesc în mod special domnului Florin Spătaru, Consilier de Stat în cadrul Cancelariei Prim-Ministrului României și fost Ministru al Economiei, pentru viziunea sa privind modul în care România poate stimula implicarea sectorului privat în inovarea din domeniul apărării.

De asemenea, felicitări Centrului Euro-Atlantic pentru Reziliență pentru viziunea de a co-organiza acest panel și pentru includerea unui subiect atât de important în agenda forumului și lui Ene care a depus toate eforturile ca acest panel să fie un succes! 🌍

Discuțiile noastre au vizat modul în care România poate învăța din modelul american, integrând startup-uri, finanțare privată și cercetare-dezvoltare în sectorul apărării, pentru a construi un ecosistem tehnologic rezilient și inovator în regiune.

Sunt entuziasmată să continuăm aceste discuții importante și să promovăm noi oportunități de colaborare!

Political Research Group
Euro-Atlantic Resilience Centre

08/10/2024

As a proud moderator and partner for the Euro-Atlantic Resilience Forum, I’m excited to co-organize the panel Bridging Continents: Resilience to Emerging Technologies in the Defense Sector.

Special thanks to Capital Factory and to Meg Vrabel and Aaron J. Pluto, MIPP for their invaluable support from the U.S. side, as well as to my esteemed partner Valentin Ene from the Euro-Atlantic Resilience Centre (EARC).

📅 Join us for an engaging panel that brings together thought leaders and industry experts from Austin, Texas, Bucharest, Romania, and across the Euro-Atlantic community. We'll explore how innovation, startup accelerators, and strategic research financing are building resilience in the tech industry and contributing to a stronger defense sector.

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🌎 Bridging Continents: Resilience to Emerging Technologies in the Defense Sector. A panel organised jointly by Euro-Atlantic Resilience Centre and Political…

09/04/2024

🤝 Deepening Economic Ties & Fostering Growth: Insights from Our Visit to the Center for International Private Enterprise

Following a symbolic start at the Department of State, the second meeting of our Annual Exchange and Relationship Development Program for Rising Leaders took us to the Center for International Private Enterprise (CIPE), where we engaged in crucial discussions on strengthening economic security and enhancing international business cooperation.

🔹 Key Focus Areas:
At CIPE, we tackled an array of programs available to countries from Central and Eastern Europe (CEE), spotlighting topics such as economic security, investment screening, and export controls. Our discourse ventured into the strategic avenues of support for significant initiatives, including preparing the regional context for Ukraine’s reconstruction and crafting a business agenda for Romania to be promoted in the US.

🌍 This meeting was instrumental in highlighting the interconnectedness of economic stability and democratic resilience. By addressing these critical areas, we aim to lay a foundation for a future where countries from the CEE region, including Romania, can secure their economic interests while contributing to broader regional and global stability.

Political Research Group
Joshua M. Burgin

27/03/2024

Impactul tehnologiilor emergente asupra strategiilor de apărare: noile forme ale războiului

Sunt profund onorată să fac parte dintr-un grup remarcabil de analiste din România, reunite de Ioana Constantin-Bercean, PhD, într-o lucrare de referință intitulată "Secolul XXI sub lupa experțelor" și publicată la Editura Institutului de Științe Politice a Academiei Române.

Această carte abordează cele mai actuale subiecte din domenii variate cm ar fi politica externă, comunicarea strategică, economia, dreptul, feminismul și securitatea.

Contribuția mea se axează pe analiza modului în care țările din Europa Centrală și de Est integrează impactul tehnologiilor emergente în strategiile lor de apărare, modificând astfel paradigmele înzestrării militare și conducerea războaielor.

Este o mândrie să mă aflu printre voci atât de influente și să contribui la un dialog esențial pentru înțelegerea și modelarea viitorului în aceste domenii critice.

Felicitări Ioana-nelia Bercean pentru dedicare și perseverență și mulțumim că ne-ai adunat!

Political Research Group

08/03/2024

Astăzi este o zi specială dedicată celebrării respectului, aprecierii, eleganței și frumuseții, alături de virtuți precum răbdarea și bunătatea.

Este ziua în care ne unim pentru a onora și recunoaște esența incredibilă și frumoasă a energiei feminine.

Să îmbrățișăm și să celebrăm esența feminității!

05/03/2024

Launch of the Second Edition of the Rising Leaders Exchange Program Romania-USA

We have reached the second edition of the Romania-USA Annual Exchange and Relationship Development Program for Rising Leaders. This important milestone, developed in partnership with Joshua Burgin, underscores our continued dedication to strengthen ties between the USA and Romania.

A Significant New Partnership:
Starting in 2024, we have entered into a strategic partnership with the American Council of Young Political Leaders (ACYPL), marking a step that opens new horizons for our program. In May, we are honoured to organize the visit of 8 distinguished Americans to Romania, a unique opportunity to strengthen transatlantic ties and share best practices in the realms of politics and business.

About the Program:
Targeting emerging political and business leaders from Romania and the United States, our program aims to develop meaningful connections and collaborative opportunities between the future generations of leaders from both nations. Through this exchange, meticulously designed alongside Joshua Burgin, participants will have the chance to deeply explore the political and economic landscapes, as well as the policy-making processes of the partner countries.

Participants will embark on a 14-day enriching journey, first stop in Washington DC and then, for this year edition, exploring Texas with Austin and Huston, engaging directly with high-ranking government officials, representatives from various political parties, industry leaders, and influential community figures.

The second edition of our program, highlighting the Political Research Group's continued commitment to promoting future leaders who value international collaboration, is set to build a community with focus in political, economic and defense dimensions of the strategic partnership between Romania and the US.