Regional Defence and Security Summit 2026
Date: 2026-10-21 · Location: Sofia Event Center, Sofia · Organiser: Capital (Bulgarian media and events group)
The Regional Defence and Security Summit brings together the key stakeholders building European security capacity on NATO's Eastern Flank to advance joint procurement initiatives, investment partnerships, innovation pathways, and a shared policy agenda. Topics include Europe's defence architecture (SAFE, EDIP), NATO Eastern Flank operations and capability gaps, defence industrial renaissance, financing (SAFE loans, EIB, VC), dual-use innovation and startups, and protection of critical infrastructure against hybrid, drone, and cyber threats. Audience: 500+ participants including defence ministers, prime contractors, startups, VCs, accelerators, and dual-use associations.