General briefing on nordic-Baltic cooperation

This document provides an overview of Nordic-Baltic defence and security cooperation, highlighting its evolution, institutional frameworks, key areas, and strategic significance, particularly after Finland and Sweden's NATO accession. It examines how the eight nations, now united within NATO, are working together to enhance regional deterrence against Russia and strengthen the Alliance's northeastern flank. The text details the roles of NORDEFCO and NB8, the importance of joint military exercises, and cooperation in areas such as critical infrastructure protection and countering hybrid threats. Finally, the document addresses the challenges and future prospects of this collaboration, including balancing regional and NATO frameworks, managing resource constraints, and improving military mobility.

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