Nickname | HFX |
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Founded | November 18, 2011 |
Focus | International security |
Location | |
Area served | Worldwide |
President | Peter Van Praagh |
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Website | www.halifaxtheforum.org |
The Halifax International Security Forum (also known as HISF or Halifax Forum) is an annual summit for international government and military officials, academic experts, authors and entrepreneurs, held in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada.[1] It is organized by HFX, an organization headquarted in Washington, D.C. that describes itself and has been quoted as an "independent, nonpartisan, nonprofit organization".[2][3][4] HFX addresses global security issues through various programs, with the Halifax International Security Forum serving as its flagship event.[5] The 16th Halifax International Security Forum was held from 22 to 24 November, 2024.[6][7]