NATO Rapid Response Force Group: Belgium will significantly increase its participation next year
The goal remains deterrence, but also increasing the level of readiness of the troops.
The head of the Ministry of Defense of Belgium, Ludivine Dedonder, announced the intention to increase the number of military personnel in a state of combat readiness in 2025. NATO.
This is stated in the message The Brussels Times.
She noted that in 2025, almost 1,500 military personnel will be stationed in Belgium, who will be ready to deploy in a few days if the Alliance needs it. Between 650 and 1,400 soldiers will also be deployed abroad, depending on the time of year. This indicator will increase by 20% compared to last year.
“The goal remains deterrence, but also to increase our level of readiness,” Dedonder said.
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