“We, the NATO Defence Ministers, have approved of a rotational air defence model. It lays out the principles for Allies to contribute air-based air defence and military aviation capabilities, beginning with the eastern flank of NATO. It will ensure a swifter shift into air defence and improve readiness and compatibility of air forces,” said A. Anušauskas.
“Lithuania has done the homework and will provide favorable conditions for the implementation of the rotational air defence model, such as infrastructure, host Nation Support, personnel. Together with Latvia and Estonia, we have established sizeable integrated common airspace areas in the region to that end that can be activated within hours for military aircraft training or other needs,” Minister said.
NATO Defence Minister also agreed on a stronger cyber defence commitment. A new mechanism of virtual assistance to Allies under cyber attack has been approved.
The meeting in Brussels also addressed the plan in progress intended to increase the volume of ammunition and weaponry production which is set to be approved at the NATO Summit in Vilnius.
