The Paris Peace Forum 2026 will take place in France on 11–12 November 2026. As part of the preparations for the event, the launch of the international project initiative competition ‘Call for Solutions 2026’ has been announced. This was reported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine.

The competition covers a range of key thematic areas, including climate and the environment, development and health, peace and security, as well as cutting-edge technologies. Priorities include a just energy transition, adapting cities to climate change, access to agricultural innovations, protecting the information space, ensuring the continuity of critical infrastructure in conflict situations, and developing skills in the field of artificial intelligence.

Applications may be submitted by government bodies, local authorities, international and civil society organisations, research institutions and private companies. The deadline for applications is 25 May 2026. Initiatives implemented as part of a multi-stakeholder partnership are encouraged.

Two online information sessions are planned for potential participants – on 29 April and 19 May. Submitted projects will be evaluated by an independent expert committee based on criteria of innovation, impact, practicality and alignment with the priorities of the https://parispeaceforum.org/news/the-2026-call-for-solutions-is-now-open/.

Following the selection process, it is planned to identify around 30–50 projects to be presented during the forum in a dedicated area called Space for Solutions. The selected initiatives will be offered opportunities for international partnerships, increased visibility and, where necessary, financial support.

In addition, the 10 best projects will join the annual Scale-up Programme (SCUP), the results of which will be presented at the forum in 2027.