Report 2026
Europe’s future security order will be determined not only by the outcome of the war in Ukraine, but by whether the continent’s frontline democracies can organise themselves for a prolonged period of strategic competition. The report calls for transferring their common strategic alignment around recognising Russia as an existential threat into real agency and sets out a path towards achieving it.
About the WSF 2026 Report
While many challenges remain, Europe has already proven its willingness to step up: it now finances the larger share of Ukraine’s defence and has acknowledged that it needs to take greater responsibility for its own security within NATO, and – working alongside Washington rather than waiting on it – has shown that it can mobilise resources, industry, and political will at a pace few thought possible only a year ago. Therefore, it is time to build a narrative that showcases what we can achieve when we act together – recognising the threats, but moving past the fear. This is precisely what we aim to convey with this year’s WSF umbrella message #UnitedWeStand.
This philosophy is also visible at a regional level – in the Nordic-Baltic-Polish region of Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Iceland, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway, Poland and Sweden. Namely this is what the WSF2026 Report “Securing Europe from the Eastern Flank to the High North. Strategy of the Nordic-Baltic-Polish Group” addresses.
The Report, drafted by the Casimir Pulaski Foundation’s analytical team with the support of a Working Group of 27 high-level Contributors, sets out a concrete, actionable agenda for the region. It is structured around three core policy areas: Foreign Policy and European Integration, Defence and International Security, Energy and Resilience – with two advocacy goals in each one. Together, these six goals form a single strategic agenda.
At its core lies one proposition: the Nordic-Baltic-Polish Group should be recognised as one of the principal architects of Europe’s future security order.
Europe’s future security order will not be decided by the outcome of the war in Ukraine alone. It will also be decided by whether the continent’s frontline democracies can organise themselves for a long period of strategic competition. The Nordic-Baltic-Polish region holds the longest continuous stretch of Allied territory facing Russia and Belarus and should no longer be seen merely as Europe’s frontline. It should be recognised as one of the principal architects of the security agenda that follows the war.
Katarzyna Pisarska
Chair, Warsaw Security Forum
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#UnitedWeStand
Europe has met Washington’s calls to shoulder more of the burden with budgets, weapons, and political will – not promises. The task for the Alliance and the Nordic-Baltic-Polish Group, as a frontline region, is to turn this momentum into a lasting, shared strategy.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How is the WSF Report structured?
The WSF Report is both aspirational and recommendation-driven. In addition to outlining specific challenges and topics, it aims to propose practical solutions and a feasible roadmap for achieving them. Each edition presents advocacy causes — concrete calls to action directed at policymakers, legislators, and opinion leaders.
What is the topic of the Report?
The topic of the Report changes each year but is always aligned with the umbrella message of the conference. Rather than offering a broad overview of global trends, the Report focuses on targeted, actionable policies that can realistically be implemented and contribute meaningfully to regional and international security.
Who creates the Report?
The Report is drafted by the Casimir Pulaski Foundation team in close cooperation with high-level working groups. These groups consist of members of parliaments, think tank representatives, military experts, and policymakers. Their input helps shape the content, and many later serve as signatories of the final Report.
When is the Report published?
The Report is typically released one week prior to the Warsaw Security Forum, which takes place in late September. It is distributed on-site during the event and also made available on the official website.
What is the purpose of the Report?
The Warsaw Security Forum is not only a space for dialogue but also a platform that contributes new ideas and shapes the debate on international security. The Report forms part of the Casimir Pulaski Foundation’s broader advocacy efforts, and its key messages are carried forward throughout the year via meetings, delegations, and strategic outreach across the transatlantic community.
Can I contribute ideas to the Report?
Absolutely. If you have any suggestions or comments related to the WSF Report, please email: mdachowski@pulaski.pl.