We're in a competition to create societies people want to live in—not just increase tech company valuations. Regulatory independence matters. European digital sovereignty requires both technical capability and user adoption through network effects.

🏔️ Kicking off #TatraSummit2025 with the theme "Thinking at New Heights" Five megatrends driving capital allocation are: demographics, regionalization, digitalization, energy security, and defense. What happens next? We’re here in High Tatras to find out.

Europe’s competitiveness gap is no longer abstract. Letta & Draghi warn the EU will lag without decisive reform. Act now—unlock investment, complete the single market, and scale innovation. Ahead of #TatraSummit2025: What single step matters most?

Last week, GLOBSEC’s Jakub Kubś joined the #CEDMOCafé: Brewing Resilience Against Disinformation conference to speak on a panel exploring foreign interference and electoral integrity in Central Europe. 📘 Learn more about the Czech CERA report here: bit.ly/42Qfgpo

At #TatraSummit2025, we’ll hear from experts driving progress in business, innovation, and Europe’s energy sector. With their experience in energy, finance, and entrepreneurship, they’ll bring fresh ideas on how Europe can stay resilient, competitive, and ready for the future.

🗳️ With the 2025 Czech parliamentary elections approaching, understanding the threat of foreign information manipulation and interference (FIMI) is increasingly important. 📖 Read the full report: bit.ly/42Qfgpo

Speeches won’t shield Europe. As leaders gather in Copenhagen today, it’s time to move from declarations to decisions. Read our take and let’s talk action. bit.ly/4mIBz7s

Yesterday in Brussels we launched our new GLOBSEC–ICCT report, Russia’s Crime–Terror Nexus: Criminality as a Tool of Hybrid Warfare in Europe. It shows how Moscow leverages criminal proxies—smuggling, sabotage & cybercrime—as part of hybrid warfare. Read: bit.ly/3IMUSia

The transformation of Europe’s economy will depend on energy, finance, and infrastructure — the very foundations of competitiveness and resilience. At #TatraSummit2025, leaders from these key sectors will share their vision for the road ahead.

On 25 Sept, GLOBSEC’s 11th Public-Private Dialogues (led by Tomáš A. Nagy) on Europe’s Integrated Air & Missile Defence: Russia’s war exposed gaps; national systems remain fragmented despite NATO/EU efforts. Takeaways: bit.ly/3KlZ3SJ

On 25 September, our Associate Fellow Martin Smatana, presented key findings from our HRI 2024 research at the 4th CEE Patient Engagement Annual Forum. Find more insights here: bit.ly/483lupo

At the GLOBSEC #TatraSummit2025, discussions will focus on digital policy, economic strategy, and European competitiveness — and we are honoured to welcome three leaders who embody this expertise.

Energy security has shifted dramatically in the last decades. Today, electricity powers every part of our lives. But Europe’s growing reliance on it also brings new risks. 🔎 Discover more in GLOBSEC Associate Fellow Erich Unterwurzacher’s new piece: bit.ly/4pIqt5i

Europe’s chips strategy is at a crossroads: €86B planned vs ~€250B needed, and a 270k skills gap by 2030. Our paper Crystal Focus says: invest in strengths, lead in key niches, and close skills/finance/governance gaps. Read: bit.ly/3VVX2io

From 10–12 Sep in Prague, our #CEEHer Workshop explored how technology can drive security & resilience across CEE. Read the event summary: www.globsec.org/what-we-do/c... #GLOBSEC #WomenInSecurity

At #TatraSummit2025, voices from across Europe will gather in the High Tatras to reflect, exchange, and seek common ground. Leaders come not only to debate policy, but to listen and explore the path forward for Europe’s future.

✅ Share your ideas 🗳 Vote for the best proposals 📄 Results will be shared with EU and national policymakers 💡 Take part: bit.ly/4nEbyXW #EVoicer #GLOBSEC #EuropeanSecurity #CitizenConsultation

Amid the peaks of the High Tatras leaders gather each year to reflect on Europe’s challenges and opportunities. At the #TatraSummit2025, the focus will turn to public finance, investment, and governance — and we are honoured to welcome three leaders who embody this expertise.

“These are extraordinary times,” says Monika Ladmanová as she welcomes GLOBSEC to its new home in Prague — stressing the need for open dialogue on Europe’s challenges, incl. defence, led by new EU Commissioner Andrius Kubilius, this year’s GLOBSEC Forum laureate. #PragueNewHome

Europe’s Chips Act was a key step — but as talk of a “Chips Act 2.0” grows, how can ambition meet reality? Our paper Crystal Focus urges: invest in strengths, fix talent & finance gaps, and lead in indispensable niches. Read more: bit.ly/3VVX2io

Diplomacy thrives where dialogue happens. ✨ GLOBSEC now brings vital conversations to Prague — a new space for diplomats & foreign policy leaders to tackle global challenges. British Ambassador Matt Field hails it as a chance for the Czech Republic & its allies. #PragueNewHome

This October, the GLOBSEC Tatra Summit 2025 returns to the High Tatras — where peaks meet the sky and leaders shape Europe’s future. Ministers, business leaders & policymakers will tackle resilience, competitiveness, and sustainable growth for the years ahead.

Prague has always been the center of wider Europe — and today it becomes a home for dialogue on the world’s future, says Robert Vass, GLOBSEC Founder & President. After two successful Forum editions, we are proud to open our new office here and call Prague our new home.

GLOBSEC brings key European & global debates to Prague. Our new permanent office will deepen them. We’re pleased that @verajourova.bsky.social, former @ec.europa.eu Vice-President and now Vice-Rector at @charlesuni.cuni.cz welcomes this step. #PragueNewHome

In a world of complexity and unpredictability, how does GLOBSEC help move global issues forward? Roger Hilton breaks down the value GLOBSEC has to world affairs. #PragueNewHome

GLOBSEC expands to Prague — joining Bratislava, Brussels, Washington, Kyiv & Vienna. What does it mean? Comms Director Filip Nerad explains. #PragueNewHome

🇪🇺 After #SOTEU2025, delivery matters: NATO-complementary defence, dual-use tech, energy security, smart trade, support for Ukraine & democracy resilience. GLOBSEC’s take 👉 www.globsec.org/what-we-do/c... #EU #GLOBSEC

🚨 Russia just crossed another red line: drones breaching Polish airspace. Experts warn this isn’t an accident—it’s a deliberate test of NATO’s resolve. 🔎 Reaction from Tomáš A. Nagy, expert in Nuclear, Space & Missile Defence: www.globsec.org/what-we-do/c...

GLOBSEC contributed to @FIMIISAC’s report on foreign info manipulation in Poland’s 2025 election. Narratives on migration, economy, EU & Ukraine drove division; ops like Doppelgänger & Pravda amplified candidates. Key risks: covert ads, algorithm gaming & weak platform rules. bit.ly/45YDfEU

One year ago, Mario Draghi’s EU competitiveness report shaped the Commission’s agenda. In A Pivotal Moment for Europe, GLOBSEC set out recommendations to boost resilience & global standing. bit.ly/4m3GrE9 Next up: our Competitiveness Tracker will assess Europe’s progress.

🇪🇺 Edition 4: What do CEE publics want from the EU? Read the 5-minute brief from hashtag#GLOBSECTrends2025 and subscribe for biweekly insights. www.linkedin.com/pulse/eu-rem...

🚨 Over 80% of rare earths come from China — a critical chokepoint for Europe & North America. Our new report shows how innovation & strategy can close the supply-demand gap by 2030. 👉 Read here: bit.ly/CRMreportGLO... #CriticalRawMaterials #GLOBSEC

Russia’s new frontline is AI—flooding feeds and chats with propaganda: extremes, automation, asymmetry. In United24 Media, GLOBSEC’s Dominika Hajdu explains this battleground—and why Europe must catch up before the bots do. united24media.com/opinion/russ...

Democracy Still Matters in CEE 🗳️ While authoritarian leaders met in China yesterday, #GLOBSECTrends2025 shows a different story: support for democracy in CEE is growing 📈, with Lithuania leading and Romania on a steady rise.

🌍 Europe faces urgent global threats. But YOU have the power to shape our response. Join the citizen consultation on Europe’s security & resilience. 💡 Propose ideas, vote, and be heard. 🗳 Start here 👉 e-voicer.eu #EVoicer #GLOBSEC #EuropeanSecurity #CitizenConsultation

Our own Alena Kudzko led the #BSF2025 debate “Better Late than Never?” on building cybersecurity resilience, cyber deterrence & societal resilience in the digital age. 📍 With voices from Microsoft, Telekom Slovenije, RUSI & Sasakawa Peace Foundation. #Cybersecurity #GLOBSEC

How Can a Strategic Europe Lead in an Era of Global Competition? At #GLOBSEC2025 Forum, leaders and experts came together to discuss unity, partnerships, and Europe’s role on the global stage.

How realistic are EU plans on energy costs & security? Is grid investment enough? What blocks cross-border markets? Share your view: forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/Respon...

🇺🇦 Edition 3: Ukraine. Fresh off Ukraine’s Independence Day (24 Aug), we unpack how CEE publics view support, security, and reconstruction. Read the 5-minute brief from #GLOBSECTrends2025 — and subscribe for biweekly insights: www.linkedin.com/pulse/suppor...

In his annual speech to Czech ambassadors today, Jan Lipavský highlighted the GLOBSEC Forum in Prague as one of the key gathering places for prominent foreign politicians in Czechia. He also noted the increased participation of representatives from Latin America, Africa, and the Middle East.

Through fire and sacrifice, Ukraine stands unbroken—its future as bright as its courage. This Independence Day, we celebrate the strength of a nation that refuses to be defeated and inspires the world. #MakeNoiseForUkraine

Europe is at a turning point. As Russia rearms, the continent may have only five years to prevent another war. Martin Sklenár breaks down the stakes with United24 media: bit.ly/3JrWP3z

For Ukraine, independence has never been guaranteed—it has been earned, defended, and paid for at a high cost. On the eve of Independence Day 2025, Ukrainians share the sacrifices already made and the challenges that lie ahead. Together, they animate what freedom means for the country’s future.

Freedom is never free. Every Ukrainian bears the price—some with dreams, others with their lives—but their unwavering resolve remains unbroken. Olha Vasylevska-Smahliuk shares a powerful commentary on what Ukraine’s 34th Independence Day means to her. Read the full commentary here: bit.ly/4fKL306

As Ukraine approaches its Independence Day, the message from the region is clear: Peace cannot come at the expense of Ukraine’s sovereignty. In 8 out of 9 CEE countries, a majority agree Ukraine has the right to defend itself, even on Russian territory. #GLOBSECTrends2025 #MakeNoiseForUkraine

Can Washington and Moscow really reset on nuclear arms? The Alaska Summit reveals the odds are stacked against it. Read the latest commentary from Tomas Nagy: bit.ly/GLBAlaskaSum...

Europe isn’t being thrown overboard, but it is at a crossroads. GLOBSEC Fellow & former Slovak FM Miroslav Wlachovsky on Trump, deterrence and Europe’s choices. Read the full interview: www.respekt.cz/rozhovor/xxxxx

At this year’s #GLOBSEC2025 Forum, we looked at how countries like Estonia, Lithuania, and Bulgaria are proving it’s possible to save money and improve care. Smarter use of tech, better management, and targeted EU funding have made their systems stronger and more sustainable.

Amid fresh “peace talk” headlines, the region’s mood is clear: giving up Ukrainian territory isn’t seen as a path to lasting peace. #GLOBSECTrends2025 shows solid majorities against land-for-peace in Latvia, Estonia, Poland and Czechia, with views more mixed elsewhere.

🇺🇸⚙️ “Nickel is a strategic asset.” GLOBSEC Board Member Gen. (Ret.) John Allen warns that with China controlling ~75% of critical metals, securing domestic supply is vital for defense & tech leadership. 🔗 www.npr.org/2025/08/08/n... #CriticalMinerals #GLOBSEC