100 days to go until #MSC2026! 📅 Our 62nd edition will take place from February 13 to 15 in Munich. Already confirmed: dozens of Heads of State and Government as well as leaders of international organizations. Read the press release 👇 securityconference.org/en/news/full...

Wir freuen uns über die Auszeichnung „Partner der Reserve“! Danke an das @bmvg-bundeswehr.bsky.social, den Reservistenverband und alle Reservedienstleistenden für die unverzichtbare Unterstützung in den letzten Jahren und bei der kommenden #MSC2026.

As a guest in the popular German discussion format "Missverstehen Sie mich richtig!", our Chairman and long-standing Ambassador Wolfgang Ischinger shared a moment that marked one of the most emotional chapters of his diplomatic career. 💬 Watch the full conversation in German: youtu.be/nsVjvw7XMQw

“We did not take it seriously”: Wolfgang Ischinger reflects on #Putin’s speech at the 2007 Munich Security Conference in a conversation with Katja Gloger and @mfeldenkirchen.bsky.social for @spiegel.de. Find the full conversation here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=_H-M...

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Every February, diplomacy happens in Munich—often dubbed "Diplomatic Speed Dating". We asked our Chairman, Wolfgang Ischinger, for a reality check on @netflix.com's third season of "#TheDiplomat". 🎥 Watch the full video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=CItZ...

"I went to the kitchen, got a knife, and cut right through the hat." Ambassador Wolfgang Ischinger reacts to the latest season of “The Diplomat” on @netflix.com and shares what real diplomacy looks like, even if it means sacrificing a perfectly good hat. Watch the video on our YouTube channel!

💬 „Es ist ganz wichtig, dass wir jetzt entschlossenes Messaging betreiben.“ Wolfgang Ischinger im @spiegel.de-Spitzengespräch mit Katja Gloger und @mfeldenkirchen.bsky.social über #Putin, Deutschlands Russlandpolitik und worauf es jetzt ankommt. Zum Gespräch 👇 www.youtube.com/watch?v=_H-M...

🎬 OUT NOW: MSC Chairman and Ambassador Wolfgang Ischinger shares his take on the new season of #TheDiplomat. @netflixde.bsky.social What's fact, what's fiction? Watch the full video on YouTube and find out! 👇 www.youtube.com/watch?v=CItZ...

„Erfolgsprinzip Verunsicherung“ – Wolfgang Ischinger erklärt im @stern.de, wie #Trump mit kalkulierter Unberechenbarkeit Politik macht und warum die neuen US-Sanktionen gegenüber #Russland ein strategisches Novum sind. Hier geht’s zum Gespräch 👇 www.stern.de/politik/ausl...

📱 Why does digital sovereignty matter? Karsten Wildberger, Germany’s Federal Minister for Digital Transformation and Government Modernization shared his insights on the sidelines of the MSC Technology Roundtable in Brussels.

„In Kriegen von heute ist jede Technologie nach drei Monaten veraltet. Wer nicht ständig neu denkt, verliert.“ Was heißt das für Verteidigung und Innovation? 🎧 Darüber spricht @benediktfranke.bsky.social im Podcast „im Loop by @finanzfluss.de" mit Mary Abdelaziz-Ditzow 👇 youtu.be/PMOGPA_sllg?...

📣 Nominations are now open for the John McCain Dissertation Award! Each year, we honor authors of exceptional doctoral dissertations on transatlantic relations. If you know a suitable candidate, submit your nomination by December 8. 🔗 securityconference.org/en/news/full...

🚨 Last Chance to Host a Side Event at #MSC2026! 150+ events, one weekend. Will yours be one of them? Bring your ideas to Munich. Apply now 👇 securityconference.org/en/msc/side-...

China and the US are competing for technological leadership. What about Europe? This week, we've invited politicians, industry leaders, and experts to discuss the continent's role amid growing digital threats and opportunties at our #Technology Roundtable in Brussels.

Can Europe compete in global tech and cyber policy? This week, we will be back in #Brussels to host our #Technology Roundtable. Discussions will focus on how Europe can build its resilience in the tech race—independently or in partnership. ➡️ securityconference.org/en/news/full...

Im @deutschlandfunk.de.web.brid.gy blickt Wolfgang Ischinger auf die historischen Ereignisse im Nahen Osten. Dem US-Präsidenten gebühre großer Dank. Bis zu einem belastbaren Frieden sei es nun „ein Marathon, kein 100-Meter-Lauf“. www.deutschlandfunk.de/gaza-frieden...

📣 Update from the MSC: Jens Stoltenberg will assume the Chair of the @munsecconf.bsky.social once his public duties in Norway have come to an end. We are glad to announce that he will be invited to join our Foundation Council next month to prepare for his future role. (1/3)

Today, David Miliband, President of @rescue.org & former UK Foreign Secretary, joined us for the latest edition of ‘MSC in Berlin’ to discuss Germany’s role in international crisis management amid geopolitical fragmentation and humanitarian challenges. More: securityconference.org/en/events/ms...

⏰ Call for Side Events Be part of #MSC2026 and contribute to our discussions on international security policy. Whether you are an NGO, organization, business or media. Apply here by October 26 👉 securityconference.org/en/msc/side-...

Amid fragile momentum for peace, leaders from across the Middle East and Europe met in the Saudi desert. At #MLMAlUla, discussions centered on the 20-point peace plan, the complex realities shaping the region, and avenues for cross-regional cooperation. Debrief coming soon!

📢 After over 2 years as Vice-Chair, @rainerrudolph.bsky.social is returning to @germany.diplo.de and will take up a new posting as German Ambassador to Kosovo. His dedication, strategic insight & international perspective have left a lasting mark on our work! securityconference.org/en/news/full...

In conversation with DW News, our Foundation Council President Wolfgang Ischinger spoke about responses to the peace plan for Gaza and diplomatic opportunities. #MLMAlUla. 👇 www.youtube.com/watch?app=de...

At the @munsecconf.bsky.social, I stressed that when maritime chokepoints like the Red Sea are disrupted, the ripple effects on trade, food, and energy security are global. Bold diplomacy, as we saw in the Black Sea Initiative, remains our best tool to keep sea lanes open and safe. #MLMAlUla

„Der Friedensplan ist erstmal nur eine Skizze, die nun mit Beharrlichkeit konkretisiert werden muss. Aber er ist ein Hoffnungsschimmer.“ — Wolfgang Ischinger berichtet im @deutschlandfunk.de.web.brid.gy über seine Gespräche beim #MLMAlUla in Saudi-Arabien. 🎧 www.deutschlandfunk.de/interview-is...

„Dies ist der einzige und damit beste Plan, den wir haben, um die katastrophale Lage zu beenden”, sagt Ischinger über den Nahost-Friedensplan von Präsident Trump. Im Gespräch mit Rixa Fürsen berichtet er direkt vom #MLMAlUla aus Saudi-Arabien. 👇 open.spotify.com/episode/2EVc...

"Uncertainty is the highest #tariff." We put geoeconomics on the #MLMAlula agenda for a reason. At our meeting in the Saudi desert, @unctad.bsky.social's Rebeca Grynspan explained the value of predictability for a rules-based trade world.

„In der Krisendiplomatie weiß man nie, wo man in drei Tagen oder drei Wochen steht. Was grundsätzlich optimistisch stimmt: Viele in der arabischen Welt sehen in dem Trump-Plan eine große Chance für Frieden." – Ischinger bei WELT TV live vom #MLMAlUla in Saudi-Arabien.

📽️ Highlights from Day 1 of #MLMAlUla Today, discussions continue on global and regional race for AI leadership, advancing economic cooperation, fostering food security, and exploring pathways to peace.

Syria's transition remains a key theme — at #MSC2025, our last #MLMDC, and now again at #MLMAlUla — with participants stressing the need for strong regional and international backing and warning against risks like foreign meddling or ISIS resurgence.

#MLMAlUla: What will be discussed? 1⃣ The humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza 2⃣ The fragile situation in Syria 3⃣ Challenges in Lebanon 4⃣ Ways of cross-continent cooperation in energy, climate & technology Our debates over the next days aim to build trust & foster dialogue.

Starting the @munsecconf.bsky.social Leaders Meeting in Al-Ula. First panel: "Navigating Middle Ground: The Middle East in a Multipolar World." A crucial discussion on building alliances for global stability.

Today's #MLMAlUla opening session brought together leaders from Jordan, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and France. The panel discussion focused on Trump’s peace plan and further opportunities for lasting regional stabilization.

“With the US proposal on Gaza, there’s a glimmer of hope for a diplomatic solution. Many challenges remain, and hard diplomatic work will be required from all parties involved to build on this momentum. We hope that with #MLMAlUla we can contribute to this effort.” — Wolfgang Ischinger

„Der Teufel steckt im Detail – in der Umsetzung – da kann man eigentlich nur beten, dass das klappt.“ Bei der @welt diskutiert MSC Stiftungsratspräsident Ischinger Trumps Friedensplan für Gaza. Ab morgen wird dieser auch beim #MLMAlUla Thema sein. www.welt.de/politik/ausl...

„Das #MLMAlUla ist in den nächsten Tagen eine Art Nahost-Gipfel.“ Vor seiner Reise nach Saudi-Arabien erklärt Ischinger im WDR, wie die Golfstaaten Trumps Friedensplan zum Durchbruch verhelfen könnten. Auch beim Wiederaufbau Gazas soll sich die Region einbringen: www1.wdr.de/mediathek/au...

To foster dialogue on today's global challenges, the MSC convenes debates in regions of strategic importance. Next week, we'll gather decision-makers and experts at #MLMAlUla 🇸🇦 to discuss regional dynamics, global conflicts, and shared challenges.

What does it take for 🇩🇪 to pass the leadership test on Ukraine? According to Nicole Koenig and Leonard Schütte, Germany must evolve from being a capable coordinator to a true driver of support. Read what this means in practice in our Munich Security Analysis: securityconference.org/en/publicati...

Our first-ever WPP Annual Meeting brought together parliamentarians from all cohorts of the program for a total of 16 conversations with experts. The format fostered exchange on foreign & security policy — with ideas to take back home. We look forward to what's next. #WPPinNYC

The Merz government has claimed the mantle of #Europe’s defense leader. But leadership requires more than higher #defense spending. Our new analysis outlines 3 key tests #Germany must face to truly lead ⬇️

How can the 80th #UNGA's theme of "Better Together" be put into practice when the global trend seems to be "better alone"? Together with the President of the UN General Assembly, Annalena Baerbock, the WPP members explored how to make multilateral organizations fit for purpose. #WPPinNYC

👋 Hello from the Big 🍎! Our Women Parliamentarians Program kicks off their Annual Meeting with four high-level discussions at the #UN on the role of the 80th General Assembly, the use of sexual violence as a weapon, and the future of peace operations & disarmament. #WPPinNYC

Despite some advancement, women still remain significantly underrepresented in politics. To strengthen women's voices in security policy discussions, we launched the Women Parliamentarians Program. This week, 3 years on, we are hosting the first-ever WPP Annual Meeting. #WPPinNYC

„Europa braucht jetzt einen politischen Befreiungsschlag: eingefrorenes russisches Staatsvermögen beschlagnahmen, die Rüstungsindustrie konsolidieren, mit einer Stimme sprechen.“ Das schlägt Wolfgang Ischinger im Interview mit @christiankerl.bsky.social vor. 👇 www.morgenpost.de/politik/arti...

🗽 Three years in — with a global network of 40 young female decision-makers — it's time for our MSC Women Parliamentarians Program to hold a first Annual Meeting. Next week, we will gather in New York City for four days packed with high-level debates and meetings. #WPPinNYC

This morning, selected representatives from the German government joined us at our Berlin office for a focused brainstorming session on foreign and security policy priorities, and our role as a strategic platform to advance key debates at #MSC2026.

📈 You live and breathe digital trends? 📱 You know how to turn complex topics into scroll-stopping content? ✍️ You would like to write our captions (& create other content)? Join our team as Social Media Communications Manager: munich-security-conference-1.jobs.personio.de/job/2320280?...

In times of crisis & conflict, what inspires optimism? 80 Munich Young Leaders from 40 countries met in Lisbon to debate global security — from EU defense & NATO to AI in warfare, peace negotiations, and democratic resilience. We look forward to the next exchange. #MSC_MYL @koerber-ip.bsky.social

Sicherheitspolitisch brauchen wir Europäer einen “Big Bang”, eine Kerngruppe, die vorangeht, sagt Ischinger im Gespräch mit @faharms.bsky.social. “Sonst sind wir in den Augen anderer ein fragmentiertes Kollektiv von 27 Zwergstaaten." — Das Gespräch bei @t-online.de 👇 open.spotify.com/episode/4tYC...

Day 1 of the #MSC_MYL Annual Meeting focused on 🇵🇹's role in the world, including contributions from the Ministers of Defense and Finance. In breakout sessions, young leaders addressed pressing issues: peace & stability in the Middle East, maritime security, & hybrid threats. @koerber-ip.bsky.social