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Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha and German politician Johann Wadephul officially opened the 'Ukraine House' at the 62nd Munich Security Conference.

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Kyiv Post → Source tone: certain

The venue will operate through Saturday and serve as a platform for discussions on Ukraine's security, defense industry cooperation and international partnerships.

Ukrinform → Source tone: certain

Ukraine House is supported by the Victor Pinchuk Foundation, the Office of the President of Ukraine, and the Ukrainian Council of Arms Manufacturers.

Ukrinform → Source tone: certain

Ukraine House is expected to serve as a vibrant curated space hosting numerous discussions, side events, and briefings, as well as a working hub for the Ukrainian delegation.

Ukrinform → Source tone: certain

Ukraine House is expected to serve as a vibrant curated space hosting numerous discussions, side events, and briefings, as well as a working hub for the Ukrainian delegation.

Ukrinform → Source tone: certain

An exhibition curated by Bjørn Geldhof was unveiled at the opening.

Ukrinform → Source tone: certain

An exhibition curated by Bjørn Geldhof was unveiled at the opening.

Ukrinform → Source tone: certain

The exhibition focuses on security threats facing Europe and its ability to adapt at the necessary speed.

Ukrinform → Source tone: certain

Visitors to Ukraine House can also view a Russian Shahed drone used by Russia to attack Ukrainian cities, alongside a Ukrainian interceptor drone designed to counter this weapon, as well as other Ukrainian innovations in unmanned technologies.

Ukrinform → Source tone: certain

Ukraine House is a dedicated Ukrainian venue located at the Bayerischer Hof just steps away from the MSC venue.

Ukrinform → Source tone: certain

Ukraine House was designed to 'highlight Ukraine's resilience and its central role in Europe's security landscape'.

Ukrinform → Source tone: certain

The opening of the Ukraine House underscores the conference's continued support for Ukraine.

Ukrinform → Source tone: certain

Sybiha stated that the event demonstrates Ukraine's priority status at this year's conference.

Ukrinform → Source tone: certain

Sybiha stated that security outsourcing for Europe is over and it is time to build inner strength with Ukraine as an integral part of the new European security architecture.

Ukrinform → Source tone: certain

Sybiha stated that it is fair for Ukraine House to stand alongside American House and German House, reflecting Ukraine's decisive role in collective security.

Ukrinform → Source tone: certain

The opening of Ukraine House took place on Friday morning, February 13, the first day of the conference.

Ukrinform → Source tone: certain

The 62nd Munich Security Conference will take place on February 13–15, 2026.

Ukrinform → Source tone: certain

Organizers expect around 200 government representatives from approximately 120 countries, including nearly 60 heads of state and government.

Ukrinform → Source tone: certain

Organizers expect nearly 60 heads of state and government, 56 foreign ministers, more than 30 defense ministers, and leaders of over 40 international organizations.

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