About

• The Shangri-La Dialogue is a unique platform for debate among government ministers and senior officials, as well as business leaders and security experts, on Asia’s developing security challenges.
• Held annually in Singapore by an independent think tank, the International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS), the Dialogue is Asia’s premier defence summit. 
• It enables decision-makers from across the Asia-Pacific, North America, Europe and the Middle East to gather together to discuss the most pressing regional security issues and to share policy responses. 
• It features plenary debates led by government ministers, as well as important opportunities for bilateral discussions among delegations.

Why in News?

• The 2024 Shangri-La Dialogue is being held in Singapore.

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