NATO Praises Bulgaria’s Commitment, Backs Upgrade of Battle Group to Brigade Level
Bulgaria remains firmly committed to NATO’s efforts to boost its collective defense capabilities
Alexander Stubb, Finland's incoming Prime Minister wants to take his country into NATO, Finnish media outlets report.
Stubb, who was also elected Chairman of the National Coalition Party (NCP), will take the Prime Minister's office until next parliamentary elections scheduled for 2015.
He had previously been Minister for EU Affairs and Foreign Trade since 2011, Foreign Minister (2008-2011) and MEP between 2004 and 2008.
Jyrki Katainen earlier announced he was to stand down in order to run for a European office.
His resignation also suggested that of the entire cabinet.
Finnish daily the Helsinki Times, citing leading politicians from the country, said the ruling NCP would make a shift to the right under Stubb's presidency.
This includes joining NATO, a move which Stubb as vehemently defended over the years, but which most polls suggest Finnish citizens do not support.
Stubb believes the country should have taken the step back in 1995 when it joined the EU and has previously argued Finland should become a NATO member even without resorting to people's vote if necessary, broadcaster YLE reports him as saying.
Helsinki recently made a step toward closer assistance with NATO by signing a Memorandum of Understanding, but ruled out alliance membership.
Bulgaria is set to create a new National Defense Plan following the upcoming NATO Summit in The Hague
Bulgaria remains firmly committed to NATO’s efforts to boost its collective defense capabilities
The United States Air Force (USAF) and Bulgarian Air Force launched the operational component of the annual Thracian Star joint exercise this morning at Bezmer Air Base
Between July 9 and 11, the Central Military Club in Sofia hosted the first coordination conference aimed at developing the core capabilities of Bulgaria’s and North Macedonia’s Land Forces in operating and integrating Stryker combat vehicles
A significant national security concern has emerged regarding Bulgaria’s entry into the eurozone
Bulgaria is moving forward with plans to modernize its armed forces
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