The sixth edition of the Green Transition Forum will take place in Sofia, from the 1st to the 5th of June 2026, with the overarching message being „Europe’s Next Chapter: Competitive, Innovative, and Secure.“
Powered by Dir.bg, the largest internet portal in Bulgaria, the Forum has evolved into one of Europe’s most influential platforms, where political leaders, European institutions, business, and global partners come together to shape the continent’s transformation.
Over the years, the event has brought together over 20,000 participants and more than 1,200 speakers from 40 countries, establishing itself as a valued space for dialogue in the CEE region. Policymakers, business leaders, academia, and institutional representatives regularly take part, contributing to and leading discussions on issues shaping Europe’s future, from economic ambition and competitiveness to sustainability, policy innovation, and European convergence.
What defines the Forum is not only its scale, but also its character. The forum maintains a commitment to honest dialogue and forward-looking ideas, while aiming to put forward the European perspective.
The 2026 edition will focus on Europe’s new strategic agenda, exploring how the Union can translate its long-term priorities into action by strengthening competitiveness, accelerating innovation, and ensuring security in a rapidly changing world.