The Special Telecommunications Service (STS) is the central specialized organization, with legal personality, that organizes, leads, conducts, controls and coordinates all activities in the field of special telecommunications for the public authorities in Romania and for other users provided for by law. It is the only authority that issues mandatory technical regulations in the field of special telecommunications. The institution has a military structure and is part of the National Defence System. STS is responsible for providing secure and reliable IT&C services for public administration, critical infrastructure, and other high-priority sectors. With a rich history of contributing to national technological development, STS is recognized for its excellence in innovation.