IISS Shangri-La Dialogue 2026 | Evolving Security Partnerships in a Fragmented World

IISS Shangri-La Dialogue 2026 | Evolving Security Partnerships in a Fragmented World

Amid a proliferation of security challenges, cross-sectoral fault lines and deepening distrust, new forms of security partnerships are emerging. While some countries seek greater functional diversity in their choice of strategic partners, others rally around shared values and interests. This session discussed how states are managing their security partnerships in an increasingly fragmented international order. IISS Shangri-La Dialogue   29–31 May 2026 #IISS_SLD26 go.iiss.org/SLD26