About The Great Art Security Conference
The Great Art Security Conference is an interdisciplinary platform uniting academics, policymakers, and experts to examine today’s pressing security issues. Held quarterly, each conference spotlights a distinct region through focused dialogue and strategic insight.
June 20, 2025
Black Sea Security
Location: Boğaziçi University, Istanbul
The inaugural conference will explore the evolving dynamics of the Black Sea region, assessing military, political, and economic security in the face of recent developments.
Morning Session
The morning session will feature an opening speech followed by a panel moderated by Prof. Dr. Hasan Ali Karasar, bringing together two Turkish and two international experts from academia, diplomacy, or journalism.
Afternoon Session
The afternoon session will consist of individual speeches by distinguished figures, including former Ukrainian Defence Minister Oleksii Reznikov and former Romanian Prime Minister and Defence Minister Nicolae Ciucă.
Closing Remarks
The closing speech will be delivered by former Turkish Minister of National Defence Hulusi Akar, offering a comprehensive assessment of Türkiye’s security policies, role, and vision in the region.
Speakers & Hosts
Co-host
Hulusi Akar
Co-host
Prof. Dr. Hasan Ali Karasar
Co-host
Oleksii Reznikov
Co-host
Nicolae Ciucă
Participants
A carefully selected group of national and international academics, strategic analysts, senior officials, diplomats, industry representatives, and media professionals renowned for their expertise and global influence.
Outcomes & Expected Impact
The Great Art Security Conference aims to contribute academically and politically to international security literature, effectively communicate Turkey’s strategic role and policies, and provide a distinguished platform fostering academic collaboration, diplomatic dialogue, and strategic analysis.