My Romance With Romania

American Diplomat by Pete Romero and Laura Bennett

Jul 16, 202633:53Government & Organizations

Why is Romania so important for US interests? Hint: The Black Sea, and a very long border with Ukraine. Amb. Kathy Kavalec shares insights on this often overlooked but strategically powerful US alliance.

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