Defense Diplomacy in the United States of America

The Dean of the Attaché Corps

Brigadier general Florin Vasile Tomiuc (Romania) 

Dean, Washington Based Corps of Defense Attachés
Chairman, Defense Attachés Association
Defense, Military, Naval and Air Attaché, Embassy of Romania to the United States of America


Upcoming events

    • 25 Apr 2026
    • 19:30 - 21:30
    • Audi Field, 100 Potomac Ave SW, Washington, D.C. 20024
    • 6
    Register

    DAA Sports Event - Soccer Game, Saturday, 25th of April 2026

      Join us for an exciting MLS showdown as D.C. United takes on Orlando City SC on April 25th ! Expect fast-paced action, passionate fans, and unforgettable moments on the pitch. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the thrill along with your DAA comrades !

    Limited attendance event: open only for DAA members and their families - only 70 tickets available on a "first come - first served" basis.

    Program (schedule of events)

    * 18:00- Gathering in front of Gate A – Located on the Northeast corner of the stadium at the corner of Potomac Ave SW 7 1st St SW, where the tickets will be distributed; Plan for heavy traffic, street closure and large crowds entering the Arena in the same time. Plan to arrive by 18:30 to be able to receive your ticket.

    * 18:30 - Enter the doors / security check - enough time to purchase food and drinks from the restaurant and go to the assigned seats. All the tickets will be distributed along with a 20 USD food credit. 

    * 19:30- Game starts, Enjoy Fun Time!

    Dress code: Civilian casual, dress for the weather and for such game!

    Cost: 5 USD / person, covers the ticket and food voucher ( registration is limited only to DAA members and their family), online payment.

    Limitations:

    NO BAGS ARE NOT ALLOWED IN THE ARENA if they are larger than 14” x 14” x 6”. All attendees must go through metal detectors at the entrance and all bags and personal items will be searched. 

    Backpacks, luggage, and large purses are NOT allowed

    Bags are discouraged altogether to enter faster.

    Parking: There are several parking options available in the area within 5-15 minutes walking, but can be expensive and might need pre-booking on game days. The best way to get there is to use Metro public transportation system (Green Line) or use ride-sharing (pickup/drop-off near Nationals Park).

    Additional details can be found at:

    https://audifield.com/a-z-guide/

    and 

    https://www.dcunited.com/competitions/mls-regular-season/2026/matches/dcvsorl-04-25-2026/

    • 28 Apr 2026
    • 08:30 - 10:30
    • Embassy of France
    Register


    Please join us for the next DAA Professional Development Breakfast

    Topic: 

    "America's Geopolitical Security Challenges in a Multi-Polar World" 

    -Taking Stock of America’s Defensive Posture-


    Guest speaker: 

     Mr. David R. Shedd,

    former Acting Director of the Defense Intelligence Agency


    Mr. Shedd spent nearly 33 years in the U.S. intelligence and national security community, including service at the CIA, the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, and the White House/National Security Council. He retired in 2015 from government service as the Acting Director of the Defense Intelligence Agency, following four years as its Deputy Director. He currently is a national security consultant and serves on several corporate boards while also dedicating extensive time to non-profit NGO endeavors. He recently published a book, The Great Heist: China’s Epic Campaign to Steal America’s Secrets (HarperCollins), which examines China’s relentless economic espionage against America.

    What: DAA Professional Development Breakfast

    When: April, 28th, 2026

    Time: 08.30-10.30 AM 

    Where: Embassy of France

       (4101 Reservoir Rd NW, Washington, DC 20007)

    Who: Defense Attachés and Assistant Defense Attachés members of DAA

    Dress code: Uniform of the day

    Parking: Limited parking availability, 

    Costs: The event is free of charge for the DAA members 

    Other details:

    - Limited 50 seats available, please register to secure your spot;

    - Light breakfast and beverages will be served between 08:30 - 09:00;

    - To secure an easy access to the premises, please arrive on time and be in a possession of a valid ID with picture;

    - All the attendees will receive a complementary DAA funded copy of Mr. Shedd's book: The Great Heist: China’s Epic Campaign to Steal America’s Secrets  

    The DAA Board Team

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