With a background in economics and a passion for international affairs, Cristiana Flutur joined Romania’s communications regulator in 2012, determined to elevate her country’s role on the global stage. By 2019, she had risen to Director for International Affairs. In 2022, she led Romania’s successful hosting of ITU’s Plenipotentiary Conference in Bucharest. In 2024, she served as Vice-chair of the ITU Council and is set to become Chair of the Council in 2025.