Munich Security Conference to Address Trump’s Ukraine Peace Plan, Middle East Crisis
Around 60 heads of state and government will gather in Munich, Germany, on Friday for the 61st Munich Security Conference, a key platform for addressing international conflicts, geopolitical tensions, and transatlantic relations. This year’s forum comes amid significant global shifts, with a new U.S. administration, upcoming European legislative changes, and Germany’s approaching parliamentary elections.
High on the agenda are U.S. President Donald Trump’s Ukraine peace plan, the Middle East crisis, and security concerns in Africa and Asia. Notably, Russian officials have been excluded from participation for the third consecutive year.
A newly released 151-page Munich Security Report highlights a global transition from U.S.-led unipolarity to multipolarity, driven by emerging powers and shifting ideological divides. The report suggests that Trump’s return to the White House could further accelerate this trend, marking the decline of “Pax Americana.”
The conference will host key figures such as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, U.S. Vice President JD Vance, NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte, and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. Debates will explore regional crises, democratic resilience, and Europe’s evolving role in global security.
The event will open with remarks from German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier, followed by speeches from international leaders, including the foreign ministers of G7 nations. Discussions will center on the future of global governance, the transatlantic alliance, and the deepening impact of geopolitical realignments. The conference will conclude with deliberations on Europe’s strategic position in a world undergoing rapid transformation.
