The 4^th Sarajevo Security Conference

Securing Europe in a Divided World

September 4^th–6^th, 2026

The NewLines Institute for Strategy and Policy is proud to announce the 4th edition of the Sarajevo Security Conference, taking place from September 4th–6th, 2026. This premier forum is held under the distinguished patronage of the Ministry of Defense of Bosnia and Herzegovina and is made possible through the vital support of NATO HQ, the Friedrich Ebert Stiftung, Google Cloud, the EU Delegation to BiH, and the Italian, Spanish, and Finnish Embassies.

As a leading gathering in the region, the conference serves as a critical bridge between the worlds of policy, security, and global commerce. It provides an exclusive platform connecting elite think tank researchers, business leaders, defense officials, and intelligence experts, facilitating the high-level collaboration necessary to address the complex security challenges facing Central, Eastern, and South Eastern Europe.

The 2026 edition marks a significant milestone in our mission to fortify regional resilience. This year, the program places a primary focus on the future of European security, the integration of Artificial Intelligence in modern defense, and the rising importance of cognitive warfare. By expanding our strategic perspectives and including esteemed participants from the defense industry, the conference underscores Sarajevo’s role as a vital crossroads for trans-regional dialogue and Euro-Atlantic stability.

The proceedings will begin on September 4th with an illustrious opening ceremony and VIP panel held at the historic Sarajevo City Hall (Vijećnica), a symbol of the city’s resilience and heritage. On September 5th, the Conference will continue at the Army Hall (Dom Armije) with dedicated panels on the future of Transatlantic relations, Europe's new security architecture, the future of intelligence gathering, and cybersecurity and strategic communication. In parallel, the Army Hall will host a dedicated Industry Day featuring top US and European defense companies, providing defense, technology, and AI companies with a unique opportunity to present their corporations and showcase their latest products to an audience of key decision-makers.

A high-ranking delegation from the Middle East will open Day 3 at the Army Hall, where the final substantive sessions will take place, providing a focused environment for rigorous analysis and strategic networking.

Given the sensitive nature of the discussions and the high level of the participants, the Sarajevo Security Conference is a strictly by-invitation-only event. To ensure the highest standards of safety and integrity, all attendees undergo rigorous security proceedings and vetting conducted by Bosnia’s intelligence and Police services.

For those wishing to engage with this exclusive forum, all participation inquiries must be addressed to: info@sarajevosecurityconference.com.

We look forward to welcoming our vetted guests this September for three days of high-level engagement and the development of actionable solutions for a more secure and technologically advanced future.