Allied Defence Ministers to gather at NATO Headquarters
NATO Defence Ministers will come to Brussels on 11-12 June, for their first formal meeting after the Strasbourg/Kehl Summit. They will discuss key challenges related to NATO’s operations, particularly Afghanistan and Kosovo, and the Alliance’s defence transformation efforts.
8 June 2009
NATO supports UN World Oceans Day
NATO welcomes and supports the initiative taken by the United Nations General Assembly in designating 8 June as World Oceans Day. With oceans covering more than 70% of the earth’s surface and containing 99% of its living space, the protection of the world’s oceans is of the utmost importance.
4 June 2009
Successes in Uzbeen Valley, Afghanistan
Afghan National Security Forces (ANSF) and International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) troops completed a highly successful joint operation in the Uzbeen Valley, Kabul province, on 4 June. The operation involved ANSF troops, supported by ISAF, securing the Uzbeen Valley and clearing the area of insurgents.
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NATO TV: The Uzbeen Valley – Part 3: The Shura
9 June 2009
Finland and NATO sign agreement on defence technology cooperation
On 9 June, Finland and the NATO Consultation, Command and Control Agency (NC3A) signed a Memorandum of Understanding on mutual cooperation in key defence technology areas.
Finland is a long-standing participant in the NATO Partnership for Peace programme with a strong track record of contributing to NATO missions and exercises.
4-5 June 2009
Security conference focuses on NATO’s role for 21st century
As part of the activities marking the Alliance’s 60th anniversary, NATO’s Public Diplomacy Division sponsored an international security conference organized by the Ari Movement, a leading Turkish think-tank based in Istanbul.
8-18 June 2009
Aerial exercise helps train NATO Response Force
Ten NATO and non-NATO nations participate in the aerial exercise Loyal Arrow 2009 in SwedenNATO Response Force in the coordination and conduct of air operations. from 8 to 18 June 2009. Some 50 fast jets, NATO Airborne Warning and Control (AWACS) aircraft, as well as other transport planes and helicopters will be involved in training selected units of the
