The Budapest Global Dialogue stands as a premier international conference held in Budapest, Hungary. This distinguished event unites global leaders, policymakers, and experts for in-depth, high-level discussions on the most pressing geopolitical, economic, and societal challenges of our era.
Co-organised by the Hungarian Institute of Foreign Affairs and the Observer Research Foundation, the Dialogue serves as a vibrant platform for cultivating innovative ideas and fostering meaningful conversations. Each year, participants from across the globe come together to explore critical themes including multilateral cooperation, Europe’s shifting global role, cutting-edge developments in technology and energy, and the strengthening of partnerships between Europe and the Global South.
Featuring a diverse array of roundtable discussions, plenary sessions, and keynote speeches, the Budapest Global Dialogue provides deep insights into the complex forces shaping today’s international landscape, while fostering collaborative solutions that promote peace, security, and sustainable development worldwide.
The inaugural edition of the Budapest Global Dialogue—a new platform for discussing global challenges—took place on December 13, 2024, which was followed by the second edition of the Budapest Global Dialogue, held from June 16–18, 2025.
Stay tuned for the 2026 edition, where new voices, fresh ideas, and dynamic exchanges will continue to advance this critical global conversation.