Dimitar Bechev (Atlantic Council, Oxford Analytica) & Suat Kiniklioglu (SWP) discuss a new paper by Ovidiu Raețchi (former vice-chair of the Defence Committee in the Romanian Parliament Chamber of Deputies), which reframes Turkey’s relationship with Russia in a logic of competitive cooperation, assessing its impact on the wider Black Sea security ecosystem
December 2012 | National
Location: Bastilia Librarium, Bucharest
The event hosted the visit of a delegation of MPs, journalists and artists from Kosovo in Romania to encourage cooperation despite non-recognition. We organized a public debate on European future for the Balkans with students from international relations, economic studies and political science and experts in the field. The project was financed by Kosovo Foundation for Open Society and British Council.
October 2012 | International
Location: Prague
Global Focus participated in the conference panel moderation and also we organized the participation of the Romanian delegation of journalists in Forum 2000 Conference. The mobility was financed by Czech Embassy in Bucharest and Forum 2000 Prague.
Conference Brochure and Program: http://www.forum2000.cz/en/projects/forum-2000-conferences/2012/program/
July 2012 | National
Location: Central University Library ”Carol I”, Bucharest
A seminar and training course for the community organized by us in partnership with Central University Library and SynergEtica Foundation. The event aimed to generate a proactive attitude towards decision-making processes.
Event invitation: http://geopolitics.ro/invitatie-la-dezbatere-romania-e-a-ta/
April 2012 – November 2014 |
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The project on Human Aspects of the Operational Environment aimed to enhance NATO peacekeeping, poswar reconstruction and nation-building capacities. We participated together with renown global think-thanks, experts and academics from US, UK, Afghanistan, Germany, the Netherlands, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Lybia etc. The event was financed by NATO.
April 2012 | International
Location: Swiss Diamond Hotel, Prishtina
Participation in conference and publication launch regarding the understanding of future relations between Kosovo and EU, also the understanding on how non-recognisers can support its European path despite their position on statehood.
Press release: http://kfos.org/kosovo-calling-press-release
Launched Position Papers: http://kfos.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/Kosovo-Calling-ENG.pdf
December 2011 | National
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A fundraising event for conservation of national cultural heritage with focus on wooden churches in Maramures.