Back to agenda The new defence challenge in the exponential era Wed 12 Jun | 11:20 - 11:50 Main Auditorium Premium VIP Pass The world faces an unprecedented threat requiring innovative strategies and resilience. As traditional notions of security blur and evolve, nations grapple with emerging challenges in cybersecurity, biosecurity, and beyond. Amidst geopolitical tensions and rapid technological advancements, a diverse cast of characters from military leaders to cybersecurity experts navigates the complex landscape, confronting both external adversaries and internal strife. Speakers Enrique Pérez de Tena Head of International relationships, coordination and Media Spanish Joint Cyber Command (Mando Conjunto del Ciberespacio) Manuel Antonio Fernández-Villacañas Professor and Director of the Master's degree in Economic Intelligence for Security Management UNIR Rosa Kariger Global Security Analysis & Prospective Iberdrola Moderators Timea Lapsanszki Policy Advisor Foreign Affairs and Defence European Parliament