New Delhi, March 5 (NationPress) The 11th installment of the Raisina Dialogue, India's premier forum focusing on geopolitics and geo-economics, is set to kick off in New Delhi on Thursday. This event will gather a diverse group of global leaders, policymakers, and strategic experts.

Launched in 2016, the annual Raisina Dialogue has become a vital platform in India for discussing international relations.

This three-day event, organized by the Observer Research Foundation in partnership with the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), will see participation from heads of state, ministers, scholars, business leaders, think tanks, and media representatives, all aimed at addressing critical global issues.

Throughout the years, the Dialogue has facilitated in-depth conversations on evolving geopolitical dynamics, climate change, technological advancements, economic stability, and the future of global governance structures.

The forum is designed to foster debate and collaboration on matters influencing the international landscape.

The theme for the 2026 edition is 'Samskara – Assertion, Accommodation, Advancement', reflecting the current global climate. According to the organizers, "Samskara embodies the legacy of identity that empowers civilizations to assert their essence, embrace diversity, and progress through refinement," emphasizing the philosophical foundation for this year’s discussions.

Many international dignitaries are anticipated to attend the conference. The MEA confirmed on Wednesday that multiple high-profile delegations from around the globe will participate in the Raisina Dialogue 2026.

Among the attendees is Bhutan's Foreign Affairs Minister, Lyonpo Dina Nath Dhungyel, who arrived in India on Wednesday to engage in the nation's leading geopolitics and geo-economics discussion.

Finnish President Alexander Stubb also arrived in India earlier today for a state visit and will serve as the Chief Guest and Keynote Speaker at the Dialogue.

The United States will be represented by Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau, who is heading the US delegation to the event.

Other notable participants include Barry Faure, Seychelles’ Minister for Foreign Affairs and Diaspora; Dhananjay Ramful, Mauritius’ Minister of Foreign Affairs, Regional Integration and International Trade; and Vijitha Herath, Sri Lanka’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism. All three ministers are scheduled to arrive in New Delhi on Thursday for the conference.