Georgetown University’s Center for Security Studies, @GeorgetownCSS, hosted a great event this month focused on NATO’s Eastern Flank: “Crosswinds from the Eastern Flank: U.S. Commitments to NATO in Trump 2.0”. I was invited to deliver the keynote address and I talked about the challenges we face, but also about Romania’s defense investments, our key role in the defense of the Eastern Flank and in contributing to a secure and prosperous Black Sea region.  The event featured an expert panel that included think-tank representatives from CEPA, Atlantic Council, Stimson Center and Hudson Institute.  I am grateful to all of them for contributing to elevating the profile of the Eastern Flank in the midst of Georgetown’s academic community.