About NATO Defence College
The NATO Defense College (NDC), established in 1951, is an educational institution designed to enhance strategic thinking and leadership capabilities within NATO and partner nations. Located in Rome since 1967, it offers various courses aimed at preparing senior military and civilian leaders for high-level roles in defense and international security. The NDC’s flagship program, the Senior Course, focuses on defense policy, NATO’s role in global security, and other strategic issues. In addition to its academic offerings, the College plays an important role in research and international engagement, supporting NATO’s adaptability to emerging global challenges.
TtU findings incorporated into concluding presentation for top commanders after 30 hours of brainstorming.
Confirmation of the impact of Thinking the Unthinkable. Top commanders gathered at the NATO Defence College in Rome.
They concluded their 30 hours spent behind closed doors brainstorming the scale of challenges from the new global disruption with this concluding ‘take away’ slide.
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Villars Summit 2026 | Villars, 2026
At the Villars Ocean Forum 2026, Nik Gowing moderated high-level, science-led sessions focused on one of the most urgent systemic risks facing the planet: the destabilisation of ocean, glacier and polar systems.
GAIGI Geneva AI Trade Forum | Geneva, Feb 2026
The Geneva AI Governance Institute (GAIGI) promotes international cooperation on AI regulation, addressing practical challenges that hinder cross-border governance. A workshop moderated by Nik Gowing focused on unifying regulatory approaches, particularly regarding AI in the Global South, advocating for simple, effective solutions to prevent fragmentation of rules.
Regenerative Farming x AgriTech | InTent Davos, 2026
At the InTent at Davos series during the 2026 World Economic Forum, Nik Gowing was invited to shape and steer an exclusive workshop. It focused on one of the most consequential intersections of climate, technology and food systems.
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