Published on: 2026-11-10
Source: Government of the Russian Federation –
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Deputy Prime Minister of Russia, Chairman of the Organizing Committee of the International Forum on Collective Security, Alexey Overchuk, spoke at the opening ceremony of the forum, which is being held on November 10–11 in Moscow. The event is conducted within the framework of Russia’s chairmanship of the Collective Security Treaty Organization.
Alexey Overchuk welcomed the participants of the event and read out the greeting from the President of Russia, Vladimir Putin, to the participants, guests, and organizers of the International Forum on Collective Security:
“Dear friends!
I am pleased to welcome you on the occasion of the opening in Moscow of the International Forum on Collective Security, which is held within the framework of Russia’s chairmanship of the Collective Security Treaty Organization.
Your meeting has brought together representatives of government bodies, military departments and defense industry enterprises, scientists, and experts. During plenary sessions and round tables, you are to assess the impact of contemporary challenges on the geopolitical situation in Eurasia, and discuss measures to strengthen regional security and stability.
The CIS member states have accumulated significant experience in constructive cooperation. At the same time, it is obvious that, taking into account the ongoing international tensions, it is important to continue enhancing the organization’s potential and coordinating efforts to address the challenges it faces, primarily in the areas of defense, counter-terrorism and extremism, combating cybercrime, illegal drug trafficking, and illegal migration.
I am confident that the forum will take place in a constructive atmosphere, and that its proposals and initiatives will be in demand in practical work for the benefit of the peoples of our countries.
I wish you success and all the very best.
In his speech, the Deputy Prime Minister noted that the representative composition of the forum participants confirms the demand for a platform for substantive and open exchange of views on the entire range of global and regional security issues.
“The discussion of issues ensuring stability is of key importance today,” emphasized the Deputy Prime Minister. He drew attention to the exacerbation of political and socio-economic contradictions in the world, as well as to new technological and hybrid challenges and threats. These processes affect the interests of all states and require the development of a common vision to accelerate the formation of a fair multipolar system of international relations. This task is particularly relevant for Eurasia, which, due to geographical and historical factors, is a crucial region for global development.
Alexey Overchuk emphasized that the correct solution in this direction is the implementation of the initiative put forward by the President of Russia to form a new security architecture across the vast Eurasian space. “It should be based on indisputable principles of the indivisibility of security and the responsibility of the countries in the region to resolve their own problems, as well as the recognition by all participants of cultural and civilizational diversity,” he said.
The Deputy Chairman of the Government noted that a significant contribution to the establishment of such a system should be made by regional organizations that base their activities on the principles of genuine equality and mutual consideration of the interests of member states. Among them is the Collective Security Treaty Organization.
Alexey Overchuk emphasized that the established allied relations within the organization can serve as a guide for other unions that do not seek to create artificial dividing lines between states.
Among the priorities of the Russian chairmanship, Alexey Overchuk mentioned strengthening the technological leadership of the CSTO in the field of security. To achieve this, it is necessary to promote cooperation among scientific organizations, industry, and government bodies, creating an ecosystem of technological interaction in which the developments, competencies, and production capabilities of CSTO member states complement each other. This will enable the development of collective competencies in modern technologies, including digital solutions, communication systems, and information security.
Alexey Overchuk also noted that an exhibition of products, technologies, and solutions in the field of collective security is taking place as part of the forum. “Thus, opportunities are being created not only to exchange experiences but also to establish cooperation within the framework of specific projects,” he said.
In conclusion, the Deputy Prime Minister wished the forum participants meaningful discussions, new interesting contacts, and successful work.
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