Rumena Filipova

Chairperson and Founder at Institute for Global Analytics; DPhil and MPhil at Oxford; BA at Cambridge

[Rumena Filipova @RumenaFilipova]

The Security Challenges in the Balkans conference organized by @NSC_Romania and West University of Timisoara featured important discussions on the multifaceted dangers and opportunities faced by the region. Our panel focused on the impact of AI on democracy.

[Rumena Filipova @RumenaFilipova]

IGA's newest handbook report is now out! "Political Graft in Europe on the Loose" comparatively examines the anti-corruption regulatory regimes in political finance, lobbying, revolving doors and media in 9 Western and Central-East European countries. https://t.co/9ZVawZC1eC

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In an interview for Bloomberg TV Bulgaria, I commented on how China mirrors Russia in the distortion of history and rhetoric about international relations as well as why the SCO is not likely to be a platform for an alternative world order.
https://t.co/Es1kONE67x

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Wishing @cepa a happy 20th anniversary with many other impactful milestones to mark in the area of transatlantic research!

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Denton Fellow, @RumenaFilipova, wishes CEPA a happy 20th birthday! #CEPA20

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In an interview for Bloomberg TV Bulgaria, I commented on the peace negotiations between the US and Russia; the role of Europe and its priorities; the West’s relations with India. https://t.co/9dbZzziwJ9

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My take on the advantages of the Three Seas Initiative:

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🌐 How can we strengthen political integrity across Europe?

WP11 of the #RESPONDProject focuses on developing solutions to address political corruption through policy recommendations, anti-corruption training and open data tools.

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In an interview for Bloomberg TV Bulgaria, I discussed key strategic directions for the Three Seas Initiative, including cooperation with India, Black Sea Security dynamics, the admittance of associate members and strategic partners. @3S1OConference

https://t.co/KUmd2Y2iC2

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Key insights and recommendations for the way forward of the Three Seas based on our discussions at the Three Seas One Opportunity conference:

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The expert conference 🌊@3S1OConference🌊 #SideEvent @3seaseu was a significant dialogue platform for Experts from various corners of the world! 🌍

In light of many valuable insights and the exchange of key ideas, we are pleased to present the Lucky 7 which are essential recommendations for the development and strengthening of the #3SI's position🥇

👇 EXPERT RECOMMENDATIONS 👇

1️⃣ Perception of the Three Seas Initiative as a soft power tool: The Three Seas Initiative should be recognized as a significant tool of regional soft power.

2️⃣ Systemic inclusion of external partners: External partners, especially non governmental organizations (NGOs) and think tanks, should be systematically involved in conducting analyses and organizing events that strengthen the 3SI message.

3️⃣ Improving the coordination of priority projects: The coordination of priority projects should be improved by strengthening mechanisms for ongoing monitoring of progress in their implementation, identification of barriers, and regular evaluation.

4️⃣ Improving the quality of communication about the 3SI Investment Fund (3SIIF): The quality of communication regarding the full spectrum of activities of the 3SIIF should be improved. The goal is to build understanding and trust in its dual, commercial-strategic nature within the Three Seas Initiative, which in turn will increase the number of contributors to the Fund.

5️⃣ The European Union as a tool for strengthening the 3SI coordination: 3SI activities should be coordinated at the EU level, which will streamline the building of a common position key sectors for the Initiative. Within the framework of EU membership, platforms for the development of 3SI can include, among others, the Multiannual Financial Framework and strategic partnership with the European Commission.

6️⃣ Appointment of Government Plenipotentiaries for 3SI in each participating country: A Government Representative for the Three Seas Initiative should be appointed in each participating country. This person should be empowered at least at the level of titular ambassador or undersecretary of state (deputy minister) to facilitate strategic communication at the international level.

7️⃣ Building a coherent message about 3SI in Polish institutions: Efforts should be made to build a coherent message about the Three Seas Initiative within Polish institutions, perceiving it as a tool for promoting Poland's national interests.

🧐Do You have any reflections or further recommendations? Feel free to share! 💭

#ThreeSeasInitiative #ThreeSeasOneOpportunity #3S1O #3SI

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@RumenaFilipova @EleneKintsuras2 @gmfus 💬 ''The Three Seas Initiative can serve as a connecting platform between the Baltic Sea and the Black Sea, as these two regions have historically suffered from a degree of disconnect and an imbalance in their respective security environments''.

- @RumenaFilipova | #IGA

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Looking forward to our session on security dynamics in the Black Sea area!

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Pathway: #BlackSea 🌊
RTD: In the Shadow of Wars – The New Security Architecture 🛡️
Moderated by: @RumenaFilipova | Institute for Global Analytics and @EleneKintsuras2 | @gmfus

#3S1O #WelcomeToWarsaw #April27 #SideEvent #3SISummit2025

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With my commentary for an important and wide-ranging article in Deutsche Welle Bulgaria about the channels, methods and actors through which Chinese influence makes inroads in Bulgaria - including through the academic sector and media.

https://t.co/CR3To7oGfK

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Moderatorką debaty pt. ''W cieniu wojen – nowa architektura bezpieczeństwa'' będzie @RumenaFilipova | Institute for Global Analytics

👉 Agenda: https://t.co/VNr80e7Tdk
👉 Rejestracja: https://t.co/Pzru8gwwpP

#JoinTheEvent #3S1O #April27 #SideEvent #3SISummit2025

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Excited to have hosted US exchange students on a IES Study Abroad program in Germany, Bulgaria and Greece! Our live and active discussion delved into state-sponsored hybrid threats, history education, youth attitudes in Europe, public perceptions in CEE.

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@3seaseu W tym roku liczymy na głębokie dyskusję https://t.co/SJOFHkfErc. z:
@francescom_talo @vtchakarova @swasrao @DDalaklis @louis_wierenga @RumenaFilipova @G_Ibragimova @AMSpancerska @gonczi_robert @t_sakman @tomhashimoto @twodtwod @EleneKintsuras2 @JJCarafano @DRatka1 @sumlenny

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Agenda IV Edycji #ThreeSeasOneOpportunity już dostępna!

🗓️ 27 kwietnia 2025 | Warszawa

📩 Zapraszamy do rejestracji: https://t.co/cikDDoN0Mp

#3S1O #WelcomeToWarsaw #April27

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I am pleased that IGA is part of @RESPOND_EU - a major initiative in Europe aimed at understanding and tackling political corruption on the continent. Stay tuned for our analyses, events and recommendations!

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Meet the Institute for Global Analytics (IGA) in #RESPOND! IGA strengthens democratic resilience in Eastern Europe, tackling the regulatory gaps, foreign influence & disinformation. It assesses how authoritarian shape media, political narratives, and policy-making.
Explore more on the website of the project: https://t.co/ji0mE1sZ9T!

#RESPOND #HorizonEurope #PoliticalCorruption #Democracy #DigitalSociety #AntiCorruption #Research #Collaboration #EUProjects #Integrity #Transparency

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📊 #RESPOND’s WP2 explores lobbying, political financing, and gaps in conflict-of-interest regulations with a new database of corruption cases supporting future research with key outcomes in models on its dynamics and impact on democracy.

To learn more about partners and the project follow: https://t.co/06yYTa0GgN! #HorizonEurope #PoliticalCorruption #EUResearch #OpenScience

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IGA’s upcoming conference “Europe on Edge” on January 29 will be officially kicked off at a reception on January 28. @DominHajdu of @GLOBSEC will deliver the keynote address on the main attitudinal trends and threats defining Central and Eastern Europe.

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The interactive session at our upcoming conference “Europe on Edge” will showcase practical tools for effective communications and building audience resilience.