SIIF 2025 brings Southeast Europe and the Black Sea region into the spotlight, addressing three pivotal questions
Will the Global South Align Against the West?
To what extent will authoritarian powers such as Russia, China, Iran, and others succeed in leveraging information manipulation to align parts of the Global South against democratic nations?
Will Disinformation Undermine Trust in Democratic Values?
How vulnerable are our societies to propaganda and disinformation campaigns that deepen internal divisions and erode public faith in democratic institutions?
How Can We Build a Resilient Information Space?
What strategies, tools, and partnerships are needed to safeguard the integrity of the information ecosystem and counter foreign interference effectively?
Regional Perspective with Global Relevance
From Ukraine to Turkey, and from the Western Balkans to Bulgaria and Romania, Southeast Europe and the Black Sea region face a uniquely high level of vulnerability to foreign information manipulation and interference (FIMI). The Forum offers a space for regional dialogue, international collaboration, and strategic innovation.
Following its successful launch in 2024 – with over 65 speakers and 250 participants – the 2025 edition expands its impact to foster a robust, unified, and forward-looking regional response to the evolving information threat landscape.
Why attend the Sofia Information Integrity Forum?
- Gain insights: Learn from leading experts about the evolving landscape of foreign influence operations.
- Network with key stakeholders: Connect with policymakers, media and business professionals, and civil society leaders working to address these critical challenges.
- Develop solutions: Contribute to collaborative efforts to build regional resilience to malign foreign information manipulation and interference.
