Cooperation and Partnership

For SRI, international cooperation plays a vital role, serving as a valuable resource in ensuring national and regional security, in promoting the security interests of Romania and its allies, and in enhancing the Service’s capabilities to fulfill its missions.

International cooperation involves collaboration with intelligence and security agencies from other countries, as well as with relevant international organizations, for the purpose of:

• Information sharing, working meetings, and joint operations: SRI cooperates with similar agencies in other countries to prevent and counter threats to national and international security – terrorism, espionage, cross-border organized crime, cybercrime, etc.;
• Supporting decision-making process at the level of the EU, NATO and other international organizations: SRI contributes to promoting national interests within these organizations, primarily in the area of counterterrorism and, secondarily, in other security-related fields (hybrid threats, cyber security, etc.);
• Participation in exercises and training programs: SRI staff participates in international exercises and training programs to improve operational capabilities and learn best practices from external partners;
• Access to equipment and technology: Through external partnerships with counterpart organizations or companies in the security field, SRI aims to implement and develop technical tools and technology to support its missions;
• Implementation of international standards: Through cooperation with international partners, SRI adopts and implements globally recognized standards and procedures, thereby enhancing the efficiency and professionalism of its operations;
• Consultancy and advice: SRI receives consultancy and advice from international partners to address emerging challenges and develop appropriate security strategies.

International cooperation is crucial for SRI in an increasingly interconnected world, where national security threats are often transnational in nature and require a coordinated global response.