Session

Arrival and registration of participants

Introduction speeches

Main Panel I: Crafting the future of Moldova’s security and resilience

This panel will feature a discussion with President Maia Sandu, who will articulate Moldova's security vision and explore strategies for regional stability and integration within broader security frameworks. The conversation will focus on identifying Moldova's security needs, ensuring resilience, reviewing recent security achievements, and planning for the future. The panel will also examine the European Union's role as a security partner for Moldova, Moldova's security interests, and the potential options available in response to emerging security threats.

Keynote Speech on advancing the role of women in Politics, Peace and Security

Coffee Break

Main Panel II: EU Integration as a Catalyst for regional security

A strategic discussion on how EU integration can serve as a stabilizing force, promoting security, economic growth, and democratic values. An overview of the EU as a security actor and the role in ensuring regional security.

Lunch

Main Panel III: NATO at 75. Evolving Partnerships for peace and security

Reflecting on NATO's 75-year journey, as the most successful and indispensable Alliance for peace and security in the Trans-Atlantic region, this session examines the Alliance's transformations and future role in peacekeeping efforts. Overview on 30 years of Partnership for Peace between Moldova and NATO.

Coffee Break

Main Panel IV: Strategic Stability in the Black Sea: A Multi-Dimensional Security Approach

Addressing the strategic importance of the Black Sea region and discussing cooperative security strategies to confront emerging threats and opportunities.

Session

Arrival of participants (welcome beverages)

Kick-off discussion on regional security environment with distinguished guest
An overview of threats, risks and recommendations

Panel A1: The New Battlefield: Confronting hybrid threats

An examination of the multifaceted nature of hybrid warfare, including cyber attacks, misinformation, and economic coercion, with a focus on counterstrategies.

Panel A2: Women, Peace and Security Agenda

Panel will explore the critical role of the Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) agenda in Moldova, emphasizing its importance in safeguarding the rights, agency, and protection of women and girls. The discussion will focus on ensuring women's meaningful and equal participation in conflict prevention, peace-making, peacebuilding, and post-conflict rehabilitation. This panel will also address the challenges and opportunities in implementing the WPS agenda to foster sustainable peace and security in the region.

Panel A3: Democratic Resilience in the Next Election Years

The "Democratic Resilience in the Next Election Years" panel will focus on the challenges and opportunities for maintaining strong, resilient democratic systems during upcoming election cycles. Panelists will discuss the importance of safeguarding electoral integrity, ensuring transparency, and promoting civic engagement in the face of rising disinformation, political polarization, and external threats. The discussion will also address the role of institutions, civil society, and technology in protecting democratic processes, emphasizing the need for adaptive strategies to uphold the principles of democracy and maintain public trust in the electoral system.

Networking break

Panel B1: Towards a reconstruction plan for Ukraine

The post-war reconstruction of Ukraine will require a significant amount of funds but also coordination and joint efforts. Until the full-scale reconstruction will be unfolded, the country needs a fast recovery track that to alleviate the most pressing repercussions of the war. Which instruments and actions are able to prepare the country and the international community for a smooth reconstruction of Ukraine? How to make sure that the fast recovery and reconstruction is durable and with high integrity standards? How to ensure a security situation that allows for safe and lasting reconstruction? What could be the role of the neighbouring countries in helping Ukraine navigate the reconstruction process?

Panel B2: Disinformation and societal resilience

Addressing the strategic importance of the Black Sea region and discussing cooperative security strategies to confront emerging threats and opportunities.
How AI fuels online disinformation

Lunch

Panel C1: Cybersecurity Frontiers: Navigating the AI Revolution for National Security

The "Cybersecurity Frontiers: Navigating the AI Revolution for National Security" panel will delve into the transformative impact of artificial intelligence on national security frameworks. Experts will discuss how AI is reshaping the cybersecurity landscape, from enhancing threat detection and response capabilities to introducing new vulnerabilities and ethical considerations. The panel will explore strategies for leveraging AI to strengthen national security while addressing the challenges posed by emerging cyber threats, ensuring that nations can effectively protect their critical infrastructure and maintain global stability in an increasingly digital world.

Panel C2: Climate crisis and the urge for green transition: how to adapt

The panel will address the urgent need for a global shift towards sustainable practices in response to the escalating climate crisis. Panelists will discuss the critical strategies and innovations required for adapting to the changing environment, including renewable energy adoption, sustainable agriculture, and green infrastructure. The session will focus on the challenges and opportunities of implementing a green transition, highlighting the importance of collaborative efforts across governments, industries, and communities to build a resilient and sustainable future for all.

Panel C3: Crisis Management: Institutional Approach and democratic oversight

The panel will explore the critical role of institutions in managing crises effectively while ensuring transparency and accountability. Experts will discuss how institutional frameworks can be designed and strengthened to respond swiftly to emergencies, whether they are natural disasters, public health threats, or political crises. The panel will also examine the importance of democratic oversight in crisis management, emphasizing the need for public trust, stakeholder engagement, and the protection of civil liberties during times of crisis. This session aims to provide insights into balancing efficient crisis response with the principles of democratic governance.

Conclusions speeches