The 2026 Munich Security Conference took place in the aftermath of an all-European Defence Ministers’ meeting, the revocation of Greenland-focused US tariffs, and political upheaval in the UK due to the Mandelson-Epstein scandal.
This weekend (13 -15 February) saw leaders, foreign ministers and global stakeholders arrive in Germany for the Munich Security Conference to discuss renewed efforts to support Ukraine, European defence initiatives and the role of the US in global security.
Alyson Kierans, our Senior Consultant for Defence, Foreign Affairs, International Trade and Development, has written a comprehensive report covering this year’s conference. This day-by-day coverage places event updates within their broader global affairs context, offering you the information you need to deliver effective action.
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