Turkey to host 45 side events for US, allies in Ankara on NATO Summit sidelines

The Presidency's Directorate of Communications announced 45 side sessions at the 'Allies in Ankara' event, hosting decision-makers from NATO countries including Washington.

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Turkey to host 45 side events for US, allies in Ankara on NATO Summit sidelines

Turkey will host a comprehensive event that will transform the capital Ankara into an international security dialogue center within the framework of the NATO Heads of State and Government Summit. The Presidency's Directorate of Communications shared details of the 'Allies in Ankara' event, which complements the summit's official program.

The event, organized by the Presidency in cooperation with the Munich Security Conference and the Foundation for Political, Economic and Social Research (SETA), will last two days. During this time, a total of 45 side events will be held with the participation of senior government representatives, decision-makers, and domestic and international stakeholders.

The event will include seminars, roundtable meetings, policy dialogues, and thematic sessions. Critical issues shaping the global and regional security agenda will be discussed from different perspectives.

The main topics to be discussed will include:

NATO's deterrence and defense capacity
European security architecture
Transatlantic relations
Defense industry and technologies
Hybrid threats
Cybersecurity
Artificial intelligence
Protection of critical infrastructure
Security dimensions of the Ukraine war
Developments in the Black Sea, Baltic, Middle East, Gulf, and Indo-Pacific
Energy and transportation corridors
Maritime security
The role of women in security and crisis management
Democratic resilience
Food security

The statement noted that the event will bring together international policymakers and strategic research institutions, strengthening Ankara's position as a center for idea generation and dialogue in security, defense, and foreign policy during the NATO Summit.