The Munich Security Conference (MSC) is an annual conference held in Munich, Germany, focused on international security policy. Founded in 1963, it has evolved into the world's largest gathering of its kind, bringing together over 450 senior figures from more than 70 countries. Attendees include heads of state and government, ministers, members of parliament, high-ranking representatives of armed forces, science, civil society, business, and media. The conference serves as an independent forum for the exchange of views by international security policy decision-makers.
The MSC's objective is to build trust and contribute to the peaceful resolution of conflicts through sustained dialogue within the international security community. It provides a venue for both official and non-official diplomatic initiatives to address pressing global security concerns. The conference also publishes the annual Munich Security Report, offering data, maps, and research on crucial security challenges. The 62nd MSC took place February 13-15, 2026, and focused on major global security challenges to promote international norms and stability. Key themes included Middle East security, strategic competition, and the erosion of international norms amid heightened global instability.
