The General Directorate of National Defence Policy and International Relations of the Hellenic Ministry of National Defence is organising an international conference entitled “The Role of the Western Balkans in the New Security Architecture,” scheduled to take place on 10 November at the Armed Forces Officers’ Club.

The conference aims to provide a platform for constructive dialogue and foster a meaningful exchange of views on the strategic importance of the Western Balkans within the evolving European security architecture. Particular emphasis will be placed on the region’s geopolitical significance, the challenges posed by hybrid threats and revisionist ambitions, as well as the role of European integration as a cornerstone of regional stability and security.

In line with these objectives, the discussions will focus on the following topics:

• The Strategic Role of the Western Balkans in the Current Geopolitical Environment
• Hybrid Threats and Revisionist Ambitions in the Western Balkans
• The European Path of the Western Balkans: A Key Element for Regional Stability and Security
• The Western Balkans as a Strategic Pillar of Energy Security