ASE Bucharest - International Relations

Three full days in Nagasaki as part of a short-term mobility project carried out by 16 students through the Erasmus+ Programme.

The official programme included:
☆ a visit with views of Mount Fuji
☆ activities and meetings on the campuses of Nagasaki University
☆ interaction with the pupils of Mogi Elementary School, whose remarkable energy and curiosity made a lasting impression
☆ a cultural experience in a traditional Japanese house, where our host, a master of ikebana, introduced participants to aspects of Japanese aesthetics and hospitality
☆ academic sessions addressing the atomic bomb, nuclear energy, and the importance of approaching these topics from multiple perspectives
☆ a guided visit to the site of the atomic bomb explosion and to Peace Park, accompanied by explanations provided by a specialist in nuclear energy
☆ a visit to the Atomic Bomb Museum
☆ exploration of representative sites connected to the history of Christianity in Japan
☆ direct insight into the Japanese hospitality industry through a visit to i+land Nagasaki, part of Kato Pleasure Group. Participants had the opportunity to engage with company representatives, who presented the organisation’s philosophy and main areas of activity, followed by an opportunity to experience the services offered by our hosts.

Beyond the official programme, the mobility experience also brought valuable moments of intercultural exchange, new friendships, and memorable shared experiences.

Prof. Constantin Marius Profiroiu, Vice-Rector for International Relations, welcomed Prof. John Thwaites from Monash University, head of the SDSN delegation visiting Romania, at the Bucharest University of Economic Studies (ASE). 🇷🇴

The meeting highlighted ASE’s strategic internationalization initiatives, as well as the university’s strong commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the impact indicators relevant to the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings.

This academic exchange created another valuable opportunity for international dialogue on the role of universities in advancing sustainable development, applied research, and global cooperation.

🌍 Strengthening international academic partnerships! 🤝

On May 15, 2026, Prof. Dr. Constantin-Marius Profiroiu, Vice-Rector for International Relations, welcomed a delegation of 28 rectors and university representatives from Tunisia during their visit to Bucharest. 🇷🇴🇹🇳

The meeting was a great opportunity to showcase the Bucharest University of Economic Studies and to exchange ideas on the challenges and opportunities of internationalization in higher education 🎓✨ Discussions focused on strategic development directions and future opportunities for global academic collaboration.

A highlight of the visit was the signing of 10 Memoranda of Understanding with prestigious Tunisian universities:
📚 The University of Tunis El Manar
📚 University of Jendouba
📚 University of Tunis
📚 University of Gabes
📚 University of Gafsa
📚 Virtual University of Tunis
📚 University of Sfax
📚 University of Sousse
📚 University of Manouba
📚 University of Carthage

These new partnerships mark an important step in expanding the internationalization efforts of the Bucharest University of Economic Studies.🌐
They will support academic and scientific cooperation, encourage the exchange of best practices, and create exciting new opportunities for students, researchers, and faculty members alike.