Agenda

Day 1
November, 19
Day 2
November, 20
Time
Session
08:30 - 09:30
Arrival and registration of participants
09:30 - 10:00
Opening Panel
Sanda Sandu
Konrad Adenauer Stiftung Office in the Republic of Moldova
Igor Grosu
President of the Parliament of the Republic of Moldova
Justin Suni
Acting Head of the NATO Liaison Office in the Republic of Moldova
Janis Mazeiks
Ambassador of the European Union to the Republic of Moldova
Brigitta Triebel
Director of the KAS Office in the Republic of Moldova
Iulian Groza
Executive Director, Institute for European Policies and Reforms, Republic of Moldova
10:00 - 11:30
Panel I: NATO at 75. Evolving Partnerships for peace and security
Reflecting on NATO's 75-year journey as the most successful and powerful Alliance in history, this session will address the importance of cooperative security in a shifting global landscape and the future of NATO and Moldova’s long standing partnership.
Robert Lupițu
Chief editor, Caleaeuropeana.ro
Jean-Charles Ellermann-Kingombe
NATO Assistant Secretary General for Innovation, Hybrid and Cyber, Brussels
Anatolie Nosatîi
Minister of Defence of the Republic of Moldova
Oana Lungescu
Distinguished Fellow, Royal United Services Institute
Anatol Țăranu
Scientific coordinator, Agency for Military Science and Memory
11:30 - 11:45
Award Ceremony of NATO Essay Competition Winners
11:45 - 12:00
MSF Family photo (on the premises)
12:00 - 13.15
Lunch
13:15 - 14:45
Panel II: EU as a security actor in the Black Sea Region
This panel will focus on the EU’s role and priorities for ensuring peace, stability and strengthening democratic resilience in the Black Sea region. How could the EU become a more relevant security actor in the Black Sea region? What policy and financial instruments are needed to achieve this objective? How to adapt EU’s security strategy for the Black Sea region in the context of the enlargement process?
Mădălin Necșuțu
Journalist at TVR Moldova and Balkan Insight
Valeriu Mija
State Secretary, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Republic of Moldova
Ana Tinca
State Secretary, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Romania
Paun Rohovei
Ambassador-at-large, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ukraine
Dorota Dlouchy-Suliga
Head of Division Georgia, Moldova, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Managing Directorate for Eastern Europe, Russia, Central Asia, regional cooperation and OSCE, European External Action Service (EEAS), Brussels
Irakli Porchkhidze
Co-founder and Vice-president of the Georgian Institute for Strategic Studies (GISS), Georgia
14:45 - 15:15
Coffee break
15:15 - 16:45
Main Panel III: Strategic Stability in the Black Sea: A Multidimensional Security Approach
This panel will focus on the strategic importance of the Black Sea region and identification of common actions for countering the emerging security threats. The discussion will emphasize the key challenges and opportunities for strengthening the political, economic and security cooperation in the Black Sea region.
George Scutaru
Executive Director, New Strategy Center, Romania
Oleg Serebrian
Deputy Prime Minister for Reintegration, Republic of Moldova

Stefan Meister
Head of the Center for Order and Governance in Eastern Europe, German Council on Foreign Relations (DGAP), Germany
James Carafano
Senior Counselor to the President and E.W. Richardson Fellow, The Heritage Foundation, United States of America
Francois Heisbourg
Special Advisor, Foundation for Strategic Research (FRS), France
Sinem Akgül Açıkmeşe
Professor of International Relations, Chair of the Department of Political Science and International Relations, Kadir Has University, Türkiye
Time
Session
09:00 - 09:30
Arrival of participants and welcome coffee
09:30 - 10:30
Panel discussion ”Security cooperation between Moldova and international partners: looking back, thinking ahead”
An examination of the multifaceted nature of hybrid warfare, including cyber attacks, misinformation, and economic coercion, with a focus on counterstrategies.
Vlad Kulminski
Executive Director, Institute for Strategic Initiatives (IPIS)
Cristian-Leon Țurcanu
Ambassador of Romania to the Republic of Moldova
Margret Uebber
Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany to the Republic of Moldova
Tomasz Kobzdej
Ambassador of Poland to the Republic of Moldova
Jaromír Plíšek
Ambassador of Czech Republic to the Republic of Moldova
Lorenzo Tomassoni
Ambassador of Italian Republic in the Republic of Moldova
Karin Borovic
Charge d’Affairs, Embassy of Sweden in the Republic of Moldova
10:45 - 12:15
Panel A1: The New Battlefield: Confronting Hybrid Threats (Chatham House)
Venue: Loft Room (2nd floor main entrance)
An examination of the multifaceted nature of hybrid warfare, including cyber attacks, disinformation and economic coercion, with a focus on counterstrategies.
Laurențiu Hadîrcă
Senior Legal Adviser and Security Specialist, Member of the Independent Anti-Corruption Advisory Committee (CCIA)
Stanislav Secrieru
Adviser to the President of the Republic of Moldova on Defense and National Security, Secretary of the Supreme Security Council
Mart Noorma
Director, NATO Cooperative Cyber Defence Centre of Excellence
Cosmin Dinescu
Head of the European Union Partnership Mission to the Republic of Moldova
Brendan B. McAloon
Special Advisor to the Commanding General for Russia and Eurasia, United States Army Europe and Africa (USAREUR-AF)
Inga Kristina Trauthig
Head of Research of the Propaganda Research Lab, The University of Texas and adjunct faculty, King’s College London
Adam Stevens
Senior Advisor on Peace and Security, Tony Blair Institute
Panel A2: Women, Peace and Security Agenda (live streaming)
Venue: Convention Center (Main room)
This 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.
Elena Mârzac
Executive Director, Platform for Security and Defense Initiatives (PISA)
Doina Gherman
Deputy Speaker of the Parliament, Republic of Moldova
Daniela Misail Nichitin
State Secretary, Ministry of Internal Affairs, Republic of Moldova
Dominika Stojanoska
Country Representative of UN Women Moldova
Dani de Torres
Lead Associate, Gender Associations
Major General (ret.) Maureen O’Brien
retired from Irish Defence Force, Ireland
Panel A3: Democratic Resilience in the Next Election Years (Chatham House)
Venue: Begonia Room (2nd floor main entrance)
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.
Alexandru Demianenco
Senior Program Officer, International Republican Institute, Moldova
Angelica Caraman
President of the Central Electoral Commission, Republic of Moldova
Michal Kaminski
Deputy Speaker of Senate, member of Defence Committee, former MEP, Poland
Krzysztof Lisek
Regional Program Director, IRI Moldova
Felix Neumann
Expert, Department of International Politics and Security, Konrad Adenauer Stiftung, Germany
12:15 - 12:30
Networking break
12:30 - 14:00
Panel B1: Towards a reconstruction plan for Ukraine (Chatham House)
Venue: Loft Room (2nd floor main entrance)
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 unfold, the country needs a fast recovery track 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 neighboring countries in helping Ukraine navigate the reconstruction process?
Leo Litra
Senior Fellow, New Europe Centre, Ukraine
Alexandru Gozun
President, American Chamber of Commerce in the Republic of Moldova
Olena Halushka
Board member at Anti-Corruption Action Center, Ukraine
Daniel Sleat
Senior Policy Advisor for Europe and Global Trends, Tony Blair Institute
Panel B2: Countering FIMI and strengthening societal resilience (Chatham House)
Venue: Begonia Room (2nd floor main entrance)
Addressing the strategic importance of the region and discussing cooperative security strategies to confront emerging threats and opportunities. Experts will discuss strategies to detect, counteract, and mitigate Foreign Information Manipulation and Interference (FIMI) impact, focusing on building public awareness, enhancing digital literacy, and fostering collaboration across sectors. Attendees will gain insights into effective practices for reinforcing societal resilience against such manipulative tactics, vital for safeguarding democracy and social cohesion.
Radu Puchiu
Technology & Society Program Director, Aspen Institute Romania
Marie Doha Besancenot
NATO’s Assistant Secretary General for Public Diplomacy (video message)
Ana Revenco
Director, Center for Strategic Communication and Countering Disinformation, Republic of Moldova
Lena DuPont
Member of the European Parliament, EU-Ukraine Committee, Brussels
Dumitru Mînzărari
Lecturer in Security Studies, Baltic Defence College, Associate Security Expert at IPRE, Estonia
Mateusz Labuz
Researcher, Institute for Peace Research and Security Policy at the University of Hamburg (IFSH)
Dmytro Plieshakov
CEO and Co-Founder, Osavul, Ukraine
Panel B3: Crisis Management as a key element for building resilience (live streaming)
Venue: Convention Center (Main room)
The panel will explore the critical role of institutions in managing crises effectively and upholding human security. Experts will discuss how institutional frameworks can be designed, strengthened and optimized to respond swiftly and effectively to various emergencies, including natural disasters, public health threats, or political crises. The panel will examine the importance of capacity building in strengthening crisis management systems and will discuss how Moldova can leverage its integration into the EU Civil Protection Mechanism to enhance collaboration, coordination and crisis preparedness at national and regional level. This session aims to highlight the importance of aligning crisis management practices with democratic governance principles, ensuring that rapid and effective responses are balanced with accountability, public trust, and the protection of civil liberties.
Teodora Fuior
Principal Programme Manager, DCAF
Alexandru Oprea
Head of the General Inspectorate for Emergency Situations, Republic of Moldova
Valentin Cioclea
Head of Inspectorate for Operational Management, Ministry of Internal Affairs, Republic of Moldova
Viola Csordas
SSR Advisor, DCAF Geneva
Juha Auvinen
Head of Unit, European Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid Operations (ECHO.C.1 - Southeast Europe, Eastern Neighbourhood and Central Asia), European Commission, Brussels
Frank Bracco
Country Director, Tony Blair Institute
Dr. Natalia Albu
Co-founder, PISA, Republic of Moldova
14:00 - 15:00
Lunch
15:00 - 16:30
Panel C1: Cybersecurity Frontiers: Navigating the AI Revolution for National Security (Chatham House)
Venue: Loft Room (2nd floor main entrance)
This 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 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.
Leoni Heyn
Researcher, Institute for Social Sciences, Faculty of Political Science, Kiel University
Mihai George Forlafu
Senior Security Cloud Solution Architect, Microsoft
Dmytro Plieshakov
CEO and Co-Founder, Osavul, Ukraine
Panel C2: Climate crisis and the urge for green transition: how to adapt (live streaming)
Venue: Convention Center (Main room)
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.
Vladimir Ternavschi
Executive Director, EcoVisio Moldova
Aliona Rusnac
State Secretary, Ministry of Environment of the Republic of Moldova
Hanns Koenig
Managing Director, Central Europe, Aurora Energy Research
Vladimir Ternavschi
Executive Director, EcoVisio Moldova
Viola Csordas
SSR Advisor, DCAF Geneva
Solomon Ioannou
Programme Manager at the Delegation of the European Union to the Republic of Moldova
16:30 - 17:00
Closing remarks (live streaming)
Brigitta Triebel
Director of the Konrad Adenauer Stiftung (KAS) Moldova
Iulian Groza
Executive Director IPRE, Republic of Moldova
Justin Suni
Acting Head of the NATO Liaison Office

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