PISM Strategic Ark

💬 "All of our capabilities in Iran is probably higher than what we have seen in the public domain. And what that's going to mean is that the U.S. defense industrial base is going to get blocked, I think quite soon, from selling internationally. And for a lot of companies is going to be a potential disaster because about 30-40% of our defense Prime's business is international" - says Dr Alina Polyakova @apolyakova, President and CEO, Center for European Policy Analysis (CEPA). #PISM @Strategic_Ark

💬 "If you look at the U.S. National Security Strategy, U.S. National Defense Strategy - this all tells us that the 🇺🇸 intends to limit its involvement in Europe. And I agree - this hasn't begun with Trump administration" - says Ignacy Niemczycki @ignacyn, Secretary of State, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of 🇵🇱 #PISM @Strategic_Ark

🌍 Hard to believe it is already been a week since PISM Strategic Ark 2026. Once againg a massive "Thank you" to our phenomenal panelists, engaged participants, and the brilliant minds behind the scenes who made this landmark event happen. See you next year 🤝 @Strategic_Ark

💬 Polish economy is very resilient because of its diversification. It's hard to name one sector or company that matters the most [...] - Minister of Finance and Economy @Domanski_Andrz during PISM @Strategic_Ark 2026 on why the Polish economy stands out.

Over 700 tankers🚢 without reliable insurance, special forces operations on the high seas🌊, and opaque financial💰 mechanisms that allow Western sanctions to be circumvented – this is what the global network looks like that allows the Kremlin🇷🇺 to finance its war machine. ❗️OUR NEW PISM REPORT is dedicated to the Russian shadow fleet. In it, Elżbieta Kaca and @TymonPastucha answer questions such as: 🔹 How effective are the sanctions imposed by the G7+ nations on the Russian oil sector? 🔹 Where are the loopholes in the global shipping system, and why has the Baltic Sea become a high-risk zone? 🔹 What environmental threats are associated with the operation of the Russian shadow fleet? ➡️ The full report is available for reading 📎 pism.pl/publications/r…

💬 Ukraine holds the line, and also because of the support of our international partners, because we have such allies as Poland. Yes, now we are in a momentum." - @andrii_sybiha, Minister of Foreign Affairs of 🇺🇦

“We are at a critical moment in the war. We are close to the point where time will begin to work in our favor.” At #StrategicArk 2026, Ukrainian Foreign Minister @andrii_sybiha spoke with @gazeta_wyborcza about the war, Russia’s weakening position, and the future of Ukraine’s security. Interview by @MaciasCzarnecki ↓ wyborcza.pl/7,75399,327856… #Ukraine #NATO #Security #Geopolitics @PISM_Poland

“By attacking one, you take on everyone - and Germany will be part of that group.” At PISM #StrategicArk 2026, Gen. Nicole Schilling, Deputy Inspector General of the German Armed Forces, spoke with @BIPolska about NATO, Poland’s role in Europe, and responding to Russia’s provocations. Interview by @grzegkowalczyk ↓ businessinsider.com.pl/wiadomosci/nie… #NATO #Security #Geopolitics #Europe @PISM_Poland

Another @Strategic_Ark came to an end. I'm proud to have been at the helm of this project. This time with some interruptions, but with the help of my friends at @PISM_Poland we made it happen! See you next year!

For the 5th time, @Strategic_Ark has safely reached the shore after two days of sharp, inspiring debates on the unsafe waters of international security 🌊🔱 The next voyage sets sail in a year — stay tuned for the date 📢 Within the conferece, together with the @NLinPoland 🇳🇱 we hosted a closed‑door session titled "Strategic Dialogue: A Case Study on the Russian Drone Incursion & FIMI". Alongside: ⭐️ Lt Gen Maciej Klisz – Operational Commander of the Polish Armed Forces @DowOperSZ 🇵🇱 ⭐️ Maj Gen Johan van Deventer – Netherlands Joint Force Commander 🇳🇱 ⭐️ Brig Gen Mariusz Chmielewski– Deputy Commander of the Cyber Defense Forces Component @CyberWojska ⭐️ Anna M. Dyner – the Head of International Security Programme, The Polish Institute of International Affairs @Anna_M_Dyner @PISM_Poland ⭐️ Markus Iven – Strategic Analyst, The Hague Centre for Strategic Studies @hcssnl ⭐️Dr Michał Marek – Head of the External Threat Analysis Team, NASK Research Institute @mic_marek @NASK_pl we explored how to strengthen our ability to counter and respond to Russian kinetic hybrid attacks combined with cognitive operations targeting Western societies. #Strategic_ark

🔚 It's a wrap for the @PISM_Poland @Strategic_Ark 2026 conference! Thank you to all our speakers, participants, and partners for two days of insightful exchanges and new ideas. Your engagement and expertise made this event truly memorable. Stay tuned for more highlights!

🌎 The final panel at @Strategic_Ark focuses on a critical shift: "Americas First – Donald Trump’s plan for the Western Hemisphere." ➡️ @melissafordm argues that Trump sees regional stability as the US first line of defense, aiming to fill the vacuum left for malign actors. ➡️ According to @vmmijares, Trump’s approach is driven by a "triple logic": resource control, managing transnational threats, and access denial. ➡️ However, @olindasalguero warns that security isn't enough—the US must invest in development and regional connectivity to truly secure Central America. ➡️ The global impact? @BartekZnojek notes that the EU is already preparing for a potential "America First" return, accelerating the Mercosur deal and modernizing trade with Mexico as a strategic safeguard. 🚀 A fascinating conclusion to a vital conference!

'Americas first' as a side opportunity? @BartekZnojek at @Strategic_Ark: the signing of the Mercosur agreement and the modernization of the EU's trade deal with Mexico were part of the EU's preparation for Donald Trump's return to the White House

Defense and space are two priority areas for 🇵🇱🇮🇳 and 🇪🇺🇮🇳 cooperation - we all agreed at the 🇵🇱🇮🇳 Dialogue on technological cooperation organised by @PISM_Poland and @orfonline as sideevent to our @Strategic_Ark 2026!👇

🌍Russia is treating the Baltic as its next testing ground, adapting lessons from Ukraine to improve its operational concepts. At @Strategic_Ark, experts @georgewbarros, @koziol_sasza, Maria Martisiute, and @Piotr_Niec_ discussed the urgent need for a coordinated response to "Grey Zone" activities. ➡️ From countering disinformation to bridging the gap in military preparedness, the time to disrupt Russia's escalation logic is now. 🌊🗺️

From @olindasalguero at @Strategic_Ark: regional cooperation, integration, and connectivity are crucial for security in Central America. But a security-oriented approach by Trump is not enough. The US has to invest more in the development of the region

The triple logic shaping Donald Trump's approach to the Western Hemisphere, according to @vmmijares: resource control, transnational threats, access denial

Now what I’ve been waiting for the most during this year @Strategic_Ark. „Americas First” panel focused on 🇺🇸 approach to Western Hemisphere with @melissafordm, @olindasalguero, @vmmijares, and strong presence of @PISM_Poland Americas Program: @BartekZnojek & @DrPMarkiewicz 💪🏻

@melissafordm tells @Strategic_Ark: Trump's policy is based on the principle that stability in the Western Hemisphere is the US first line of defence. The US left a vacuum in Latin America that allowed malign actors to enter the region. Trump is now correcting that mistake

📣 And now it's time for dessert! We are kicking off our final session on Donald Trump's plan for the Western Hemisphere Featuring: @melissafordm / @olindasalguero / @BartekZnojek / @vmmijares Moderated by @DrPMarkiewicz Live on YouTube: 🔗 @PolandPISM" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">youtube.com/@PolandPISM