Gramada Angela

About

Angela Grămadă is an expert in geopolitics and international relations, recognized for her contributions to the analysis of the ex-Soviet space, with a focus on the Republic of Moldova, Ukraine, Russia, and regions such as the Caucasus or Belarus. A graduate of the Faculty of International Relations at SNSPA Bucharest, she is a PhD candidate in Political Science, specializing in International Relations. She has participated in numerous research projects and offers in-depth analyses of political crises, regional security, and socio-economic challenges, frequently being invited to radio shows such as "Timpul prezent" on Radio România Cultural, where she comments on major developments like the elections in Moldova or the conflict in Ukraine. As president and founder of the Association of Experts for Security and Global Affairs (ESGA) in Bucharest, Angela Grămadă collaborates with international investigative journalism networks, such as the Women Investigative Journalist Network, and contributes to platforms like Anticoruptie.md or Cotidianul.md. Active in public debates, she has analyzed topics such as the difficulties of government formation in Moldova, the impact of the pandemic on society, relations with Russia and the European Union, as well as the Russian hybrid war. Her media appearances highlight the need for anti-corruption reforms, an independent judiciary, and European integration for the states in the region. Although based in Romania, Angela Grămadă maintains a close connection with the Republic of Moldova through her expertise, offering insights into local political developments, from Maia Sandu's elections to protests in Georgia or offensives in eastern Ukraine. Public information about her personal life is limited, but her career demonstrates a firm commitment to regional security and the promotion of democratic values in the context of Russian influences, contributing to Romanian-Moldovan social dialogue.