Memorandum between the Romanian Intelligence Service and the Transportation Security Administration

November 02, 2026

Today, November 2, 2026, in Bucharest, the Romanian Intelligence Service (SRI) and the U.S. Transportation Security Administration (TSA) concluded a Memorandum of Understanding enabling the two institutions to cooperate and exchange information relevant to civil aviation security in both countries. TSA is part of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and is responsible for protecting the U.S. transportation system.

The Memorandum was signed, on behalf of TSA, by His Excellency Darryl Nirenberg, U.S. Ambassador to Romania, and, on behalf of SRI, by General Răzvan Ionescu, Acting Director.

"The relationship with the U.S. agencies is particularly valuable to us, encompassing information sharing and joint operational, analytical and training activities. It inspires and determines us to maintain high standards of quality and professionalism", General Răzvan Ionescu stated during the signing ceremony.

"The United States and Romania continue to advance aviation security together. This Memorandum strengthens cooperation between our countries, deepens the exchange of expertise and best practices, and reinforces our shared commitment to the safety of our travelers", Ambassador Darryl Nirenberg stated.