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Finnish Air Force leads NATO Air Policing in Iceland for the first time

Four F/A-18 Hornet fighter jets and some 50 personnel from the Finnish Air Force are currently deployed to Iceland to support NATO’s Air Policing mission and strengthen airborne surveillance and interception capabilities, under Iceland's Peacetime Preparedness Needs (ASIC IPPN).
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NATO Cloud Conference advances innovation and IT security across the Alliance

On 21 -22 January, European industry leaders, IT service providers and NATO decision-makers gathered at the NATO Cloud Conference in Brussels to explore technologies and strategies for adopting secure cloud-based solutions for handling highly classified information. More than 25 companies participated in the event, presenting and exhibiting their existing and emerging solutions.
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Deputy Secretary General: stepping up NATO-EU cooperation is essential

NATO Deputy Secretary General Radmila Shekerinska addressed the European Defence Agency (EDA) annual conference “New Horizons in EU Defence” in Brussels on Wednesday (22 January).
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NATO Allies agree common approach to counter information threats

On 18 October 2024, Allied Defence Ministers endorsed NATO’s Approach to Counter Information Threats. This will strengthen the Alliance by establishing a well-connected and interoperable approach to identify, prevent and respond effectively to information threats.
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NATO delivers Special Operations Forces’ equipment to Mauritania

From 1 to 6 December 2024, NATO Defence Capacity Building (DCB) experts visited Nouakchott to support the implementation of key initiatives of Mauritania’s DCB package, including in support of special operations forces (SOF), maritime security, intelligence, military career transition, military education and addressing challenges related to small arms and light weapons.
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Innovation and critical infrastructure in focus as energy security experts meet at NATO Headquarters

Experts from Allied countries, think-tanks, academia and international organisations gathered at NATO Headquarters (on 9 December 2024), for the annual roundtable on energy security hosted by NATO. They shared views on recent energy developments, including the changing critical infrastructure landscape, and their implications for our collective security. They also discussed the energy transition and the use of innovative energy technologies and sources for the military, as part of NATO’s Energy Transition by Design. This initiative aims to strengthen coordination amongst Allies, as they continue to adapt their armed forces and further improve their effectiveness.
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NATO releases list of 12 defence-critical raw materials

On Wednesday 11 December, NATO published a list of 12 defence-critical raw materials essential for the Allied defence industry. These materials are integral to the manufacture of advanced defence systems and equipment.
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NATO Foreign Ministers discuss situation in Ukraine and the Middle East

Meeting in Brussels on Tuesday (December 3), NATO Foreign Ministers welcomed His Majesty King Abdullah II of Jordan for a discussion on NATO’s southern neighbourhood and how best to work together to address common challenges to security. Jordan is one of NATO’s most important partners in the Middle East and this was the first time that King Abdullah II participated in a meeting of NATO Foreign Ministers. Secretary General Mark Rutte noted that NATO will soon open a Liaison Office in Amman as an important step “in making our deep relationships in the region even stronger”.
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The European Union Military Staff hosts its NATO counterparts for the 22nd EUMS-IMS Directors General Conference

On 29 November 2024, the Director General of the European Union Military Staff (DGEUMS), Lieutenant General Michiel van der Lann welcomed the Director General of the NATO International Military Staff (DGIMS), Lieutenant General Janusz Adamczak and his team to the EEAS Schuman Building for the 22nd iteration of the bi-annual EUMS-IMS Directors’ General Conference.
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NATO Secretary General praises Greece for its crucial role in supporting collective defence

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte met Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis in Athens on Tuesday (26 November 2024) to discuss security challenges, support to Ukraine, and Greece’s “crucial role” in supporting NATO’s collective defence.

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