On 7 September, the Institute hosted a closed-door discussion on security in the Indo-Pacific, examining the evolving regional security environment, the comparative threat landscape and the implications for the EU’s engagement in the region.
Participants discussed the current state of security in Northeast Asia, with a particular focus on developments on the Korean Peninsula and in Japan. The discussion also considered the EU’s maritime security engagement in the region and the broader role it can play in responding to emerging security challenges.
Upcoming EU-Indo-Pacific engagements, including the next Indo-Pacific Ministerial Forum and the EU-ASEAN Commemorative 50th Summit, were also discussed. Participants considered how these meetings could help sustain political momentum and provide opportunities to deepen cooperation with regional partners.
The discussion underscored the importance of strengthening the strategic relationship between the EU and its Indo-Pacific partners. Participants highlighted the need to identify practical pathways for closer engagement, including through stronger EU-ASEAN cooperation and a more sustained European contribution to regional security.