“Allies in Ankara” – The Official Event Hub for the 2026 NATO Summit
Hosted at the historic Ankara Palas on 7–8 July 2026, “Allies in Ankara” will serve as a key venue complementing the official NATO Summit program. The initiative aims to foster timely discussions on the strategic challenges facing the Alliance.
Bringing together leading local and international stakeholders from all NATO member states and partner countries, the hub will provide a platform for high-level engagement among policymakers, experts, and thought leaders. The program is jointly convened by the SETA Foundation and the MSC, with the support of a range of partners, including the Republic of Türkiye Directorate of Communications.
Program
In addition to an opening and a closing event hosted by SETA and the MSC, “Allies in Ankara” will feature 45 events. These sessions will be organized by a diverse group of stakeholders, including think tanks, media, international organizations, academic institutions, and other partners. The agenda includes a wide range of formats, such as panel discussions, roundtables, and background briefings, offering participants the opportunity for both public exchange and in-depth dialogue.
Topics will range from the future trajectory of NATO, with a particular emphasis on partnerships beyond the Alliance, to key technical, structural, and strategic challenges, alongside human security dimensions such as women’s leadership in international security, food security, and civilian protection.
Invitation management of the individual events will be handled by the respective hosts. The full program will be published here.