CyberDSA 2026 | Cyberstage Forum: Security (Defence, Cyber Operations, Strategic Competition)

As security challenges evolve beyond conventional warfare, nations must navigate an increasingly complex landscape shaped by cyber threats, hybrid warfare, artificial intelligence, and strategic competition. This session explores how governments and industry can strengthen national defence through resilient cybersecurity, protection of critical systems, intelligence sharing, and public-private partnerships. It will also examine the importance of regional cooperation, emerging defence technologies, and collective resilience in safeguarding stability and security across an increasingly interconnected and contested digital domain. Speakers: 1. Derek Grossman, Founder and Chief Analyst, Indo-Pacific Solutions 2. Dr Monisha Oberoi, Regional Consulting Leader, Google 3. Captain (N) Bagus Jatmiko, Head Wargaming Centre, The Indonesian Navy Staff and Command School 4. Vice Admiral Dato’ Pahlawan Shamsuddin Hj Ludin (R), Former Deputy Chief of Navy Moderator: Elliott Danker, Director, Media Architecture and Strategy, M Group Asia