The 12th MEPEI Forum

Middle East: Countering Fragmentation
and Exploring the New Balance of Power

25 June 2026, 08:30 - 19:00 hours

InterContinental Athénée Palace Bucharest
Regina Maria Conference Hall, Ground Floor
1-3 Episcopiei Street, Bucharest, Romania

Why attend?

The Forum offers participants a full day of access to high-level discussion on international affairs,
global governance, major-power relations, and regional developments.

WHY ATTEND THE MEPEI FORUM?

The MEPEI Forum brings together diplomats, policymakers, academics, business leaders and international experts to discuss the most pressing developments in the Middle East and beyond. Through high-level debates, keynote speeches and networking opportunities, participants gain valuable insights and establish meaningful professional connections.

12years

Years of international dialogue

500+

Participants annually

50+

International speakers

20+

Partner organizations

WHAT TO EXPECT AT THE FORUM

The MEPEI Forum provides a unique platform for dialogue on the political, security and economic transformations shaping the Middle East. Participants engage with leading experts, diplomats and policymakers through keynote speeches, panel discussions and networking opportunities.

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HIGH-LEVEL DISCUSSIONS

Explore the latest developments in regional security, diplomacy, governance and international cooperation through expert-led panels and keynote sessions.

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NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES

Connect with diplomats, researchers, government representatives, business leaders and members of the academic community from across the region and beyond.

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INTERNATIONAL EXPERTS

Hear perspectives from distinguished diplomats, academics, policymakers and regional specialists with extensive experience in Middle East affairs.

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RESEARCH & PUBLICATIONS

Discover conference reports, policy papers and research outputs developed by MEPEI and its international partners.