A global gathering of leaders and partners shaping NATO’s future in an uncertain world.
Who is participating
Around 9,000 people will be coming to the Summit, including some 45 heads of state and government. They are the leaders of the 32 allies and leaders of partner countries. The Summit will also be attended by 45 foreign ministers and 45 defense ministers. There will be a total of around 6,000 people representing various countries and 2,000 Dutch and foreign journalists.
Partnering countries
Partnership for Peace:
Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Georgia, Ireland, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyz Republic, Malta, Republic of Moldova, Ukraine, Uzbekistan, Austria, Russia*, Serbia, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Belarus*, Switzerland
Mediterranean Dialogue:
Algeria, Egypt, Israel, Jordan, Morocco, Mauritania, Tunisia
Istanbul Cooperation Initiative:
Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, United Arab Emirates
Global Partners:
Afghanistan*, Australia, Colombia, Iraq, Japan, Republic of Korea (South Korea), Mongolia, New Zealand, Pakistan
Other International Organizations:
Primarily the United Nations, European Union, and the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE)
The agenda
- Strengthening peace and security
At the Summit NATO allies will make decisions about defense, cybersecurity and new threats. These are decisions that have a direct impact on the security of the Netherlands. - The Netherlands as a reliable ally
By hosting a well-organised summit, we can show that the Netherlands is an active and welcoming NATO ally. This can strengthen the Netherlands’ role in international cooperation. - Greater diplomatic visibility
The Summit will bring world leaders, government ministers, diplomats and members of the media to The Hague. This gives the Netherlands more influence and benefits our partnerships with other countries. This is especially important in today’s uncertain world.
NATO Public Forum
During the NATO Summit, which will take place in The Hague from 24 to 25 June 2025, the NATO Public Forum will be held. The forum is a public event at the summit location that will bring together experts, politicians, opinion makers, civil society organisations and various other groups to discuss the themes of the summit and developments around the world that affect our security. The NATO Public Forum can be followed online by the public in the Netherlands and worldwide.
Purpose of the NATO Public Forum
Everyone who has an interest in current issues relating to our peace and security is invited to follow the NATO Public Forum and reflect on these issues. The forum is not just for experts in security and other fields. Subjects will be discussed that are important to us all, such as ways to increase our resilience against the threats facing us. The NATO Public Forum engages a wide audience of all ages with the NATO Summit.