US Secretary of State Marco Rubio Sets Off for Munich Security Conference - Munich Security Conference Kicks Off With 60 World Leaders in Attendance
The 62nd Munich Security Conference (MSC) begins this week with over 1,000 attendees from around 120 countries. More than 60 heads of state and government will join the event, alongside top officials from over 40 international organisations. The gathering marks a significant moment in global diplomacy, with key speeches and high-level discussions planned. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz will open the conference with a keynote foreign policy address on February 17. This will be his first MSC appearance since becoming chancellor. Alongside him, German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul, Defence Minister Boris Pistorius, and Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil will take part in discussions.
The U.S. delegation will be led by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who arrives in Munich on February 17 and stays until the 18th. After the conference, Rubio is scheduled to visit Hungary and Slovakia for further diplomatic talks. Over 100 foreign and defence ministers are also expected at the event. The conference will bring together leaders to address pressing security challenges and international cooperation.
The 62nd MSC will run from February 17, featuring speeches, debates, and bilateral meetings. With high-profile attendees and wide-ranging discussions, the conference aims to shape policy responses to global security issues. The outcomes will likely influence diplomatic efforts in the coming months.
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