The United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research (UNIDIR) and the Swiss Federal Department of Foreign Affairs (FDFA) are launching Geneva Cyber Week 2025, an annual event dedicated to advancing international cooperation in cybersecurity.
Taking place from 12-16 May in Geneva, Switzerland, the event will bring together key stakeholders from the cybersecurity, diplomacy, international development cooperation, and technology sectors to address emerging digital challenges and opportunities.
Cybersecurity is a central pillar of international peace and security. As our digital world becomes increasingly interconnected, the challenges posed by cyber threats require a collective, global response. Geneva Cyber Week provides a critical platform for multilateral dialogue, collaboration and practical action. At UNIDIR, we are proud to co-host this forum and bring together voices from across sectors and regions to help shape a more secure and resilient future.
Dr Robin Geiss, UNIDIR Director
Geneva Cyber Week will feature events such as:
- the UNIDIR Cyber Stability Conference – a flagship event addressing evolving cyber threats to strengthen international peace and security, which will take place on 12 May;
- the Global Conference on Cyber Capacity Building organized by the Global Forum on Cyber Expertise and hosted by the FDFA, which will convene high-level experts on cyber capacity building to strengthen cyber resilience through and in digital development cooperation on 13 and 14 May; and
- several other partner-led events throughout the week.
Organizations, institutions and partners from across Geneva’s cyber and digital ecosystem are invited to contribute by organizing events as part of the Geneva Cyber Week 2025 programme.
Geneva Cyber Week provides a platform for policymakers, industry leaders, researchers and civil society representatives to engage in meaningful dialogue and collaboration. The event leverages Geneva’s unique position as a hub for multilateral diplomacy, international cooperation, digital governance, and cybersecurity expertise to facilitate in-depth discussions on pressing cyber issues. To learn more, visit the Geneva Cyber Week website. For further information, please contact Claudia Marquina, UNIDIR Head of Communications at claudia.marquina@un.org.
About UNIDIR
The United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research (UNIDIR) is an autonomous institution within the United Nations that conducts independent research on pressing global challenges related to disarmament, arms control and international security. Our research expertise promotes an inclusive dialogue to find creative and effective solutions. Our work aims to provide the foundations for meaningful collective action towards a more secure world. For more information, visit www.unidir.org.