Global SOF Foundation
Upcoming Global SOF Foundation Events
Unites the Global Special Operations Community in Europe
The 2026 GSOF Symposium Europe is a conference and exhibition that will bring together international SOF stakeholders to network, explore topical developments, and do business. The 10th iteration of GSOF Symposium Europe will be held on 6 – 8 OCT 2026 in Rome, Italy.
Defense Leaders
Networking Opportunities
Industry Exhibition
Networking Receptions
Multi-Faceted Agenda
Sponsorships
The European theater serves as a critical strategic crossroads and a primary hub for international defense operations. Its importance is rooted in its geographic position as a gateway to the Middle East and North Africa, enabling a wide range of operations across multiple theaters.
As a center for regional stability and home to Special Forces with global prestige, the theater is currently undergoing one of the largest rearmament efforts in recent years.
This shift is driven by a commitment to meet the targets set at the June 2025 Hague NATO Summit, which mandate a progressive increase in military spending from 2% to 5% of GDP by 2035.
With over 42 billion Euro in new military programs already approved, the theater has become an essential environment for investing in strategic infrastructure and advanced technologies.
We’ll see you May 3–6, 2027!