ADAPTING
TO A CHANGING WORLD
THIS YEAR'S TOPIC
Technology, Autonomy
and the Future Battlefield
Exploring the impact of emerging technologies, digitalisation
and autonomous systems on modern warfare and military operations.
Building Resilience: Society, Governance, Infrastructure and Information
Addressing societal resilience, strategic communication, governance challenges and the protection of critical infrastructure in an era of hybrid threats and disinformation.
Industrial and Economic Dimensions of Defence
Examining defence capability development, industrial capacity, supply chains and defence investment in a changing global environment.
Strengthening the European
Pillar within NATO
Discussing European defence cooperation, burden-sharing and the role of Europe in enhancing collective deterrence and interoperability within NATO.
Warfare Adaptation in the 21st Century
Exploring the impact of emerging technologies, digitalisation
and autonomous systems on modern warfare and military operations.
REGISTRATION
& FEES
The Defence and Strategy welcomes participants both as speakers and as guests. The event offers a three-day academic programme featuring keynote lectures, panel discussions and networking opportunities in an international environment.
The registration fee structure reflects the type of participation while ensuring high-quality facilities and services throughout the conference.
All registration categories include:
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Access to the full three-day conference programme
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Conference materials and printed documentation
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Coffee breaks throughout the event
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Evening icebreaker with refreshments
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Accompanying social programme
Payment Information
All payments are made via bank transfer. Detailed payment instructions (including account details and variable symbol format) will be provided in the confirmation email after registration.
Bank: Fio banka, a.s.
IBAN: CZ54 2010 0000 0020 0052 7020
BIC/SWIFT: FIOBCZPPXXX
Participation categories
Speaker – 85 €
Participant – Basic – 65 €
Participant – Full – 120 €
PhD / Student – Basic – 60 €
The difference between Basic and Full registration concerns the official conference lunches.
The Full registration includes two conference lunches (Tuesday and Wednesday), held at the conference hotel. These lunches provide additional networking opportunities with keynote speakers, invited guests and fellow participants.
The Basic registration does not include the conference lunches.
A reduced registration fee is available for PhD students upon submission of valid proof of student status.
VENUE
& ACCOMONDATION
Venue:
Hotel DAP Prague
Vítězné náměstí 684/4
160 00 Prague 6
Czech Republic
Hotel DAP is located in Prague 6 (Dejvice), a central and well-connected district close to major institutions, embassies, and universities. The venue offers modern conference facilities and on-site accommodation, making it a convenient location for international participants.
How to Get There
From Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
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Taxi/Uber: approx. 20–30 minutes depending on traffic
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Public transport:
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Take bus 119 from the airport to Nádraží Veleslavín
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Transfer to Metro Line A (green line)
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Get off at Dejvická (one stop)
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The hotel is approximately 3 minutes on foot
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Total travel time: approx. 35–40 minutes.
From Prague Main Railway Station (Praha hlavní nádraží)
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Take Metro Line C (red line) to Muzeum
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Transfer to Metro Line A (green line)
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Get off at Dejvická
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The hotel is within walking distance (approx. 3 minutes)
Total travel time: approx. 20 minutes.
Accomondation
There are many hotels, guesthouses, and apartments available in the vicinity of the conference venue in Prague 6 (Dejvice), offering a wide range of accommodation options for different budgets and preferences. Several hotels are located within walking distance of the conference venue, and many more can be found in the nearby city centre.
For participants who prefer to stay directly at the conference venue, a limited number of rooms has been reserved at Hotel DAP, where the conference will take place.
Conference Hotel – Special Rates
A limited number of rooms is available for conference participants at special conference rates:
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Double room (2 persons): EUR 100 per night
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Double room (single occupancy): EUR 90 per night
Prices include breakfast.
Please note that the city tax (CZK 50 per person per night) is not included and must be paid separately.
Rooms are available on a first-come, first-served basis, and the number of reserved rooms is limited.
If you would like to book accommodation at the conference rate:
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Complete your conference registration.
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After registration, contact the conference organizer by email.
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The organizer will arrange the room reservation at the conference hotel (subject to availability).
ABOUT ORGANIZATOR
CENTRE FOR SECURITY
AND MILITARY STRATEGIC
STUDIES
Centre for Security and Military Strategic Studies (CSMSS or Centre) is a university educational, research, and expert workplace of the University of Defense. The mission of the Centre is to carry out educational, research and expert activities to ensure the state’s defence while respecting the requirements of the MoD department and academic freedoms.
The Centre provides the Senior Officers Course, General Staff Course, and Professional Training Courses. Educational activities are ongoing within the framework of university studies or lifelong learning for both national or international public administration personnel, civilian and military experts acting in the area of defence and strategic decision-making.
Centre conducts applied research and expert activities in security and military-strategic studies, producing strategic studies, concepts, analyses, and forecasts tailored to the Ministry of Defence’s needs. Centre is also editing two academic journals, Obrana a strategie and Vojenské rozhledy, both listed in Web of Science and Scopus databases.
EXPERTISE
The Centre maintains consultation support and expert and advisory activities in defence and security. Centre members present their expert contributions in the media and participate in editorial boards, NATO SAS panels or national and international expert groups.
ABOUT
CONFERENCE
The Defence and Strategy conference is a platform for experts, military professionals, and academics focused on defense and security. Organized by the Centre for Security and Military Strategic Studies, University of Defence.
The conference provides a space for the exchange of knowledge, experience, and the latest research in the field of strategic studies, military art, defence and international relations.
