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NATO Defense College Delegates Visit Allied Command Transformation

October 9, 2024

Norfolk, Virginia – NATO Allied Command Transformation recently welcomed a delegation from the NATO Defense College in Rome, Italy. The 78-person group, members of the college’s Senior Course, represent 36 nations, engaged in discussions and presentations during their visit.

Focus on Strategic Understanding:

The NATO Defense College, established in 1951, aims to cultivate critical thinking, strategic understanding and human interoperability among military and civilian officials. The Senior Course, attended by the delegation, is designed to broaden participants’ knowledge of NATO and the global security environment.

Key Discussions:

During the visit, Admiral Pierre Vandier, Supreme Allied Commander Transformation, met with Lieutenant General Max Nielsen, NATO Defense College Commandant, and Dr. Christopher Schnaubelt, Dean and Deputy Commandant. Their discussions centred on Allied Command Transformation’s priorities, including the NATO Warfighting Capstone Concept, Multi-Domain Operations, and Interoperability within NATO.

NATO Defense College Overview:

  • Location: Rome, Italy
  • Mission: To cultivate critical, creative, and strategic thinking concerning the Alliance’s key challenges.
  • Courses: Offers six on-site courses annually for specific audiences.

Purpose of the Visit:

The visit to Allied Command Transformation is part of a series of stops at influential commands in Europe and the United States. The delegation has spent four weeks learning about NATO’s operations, strategic role, future development, transatlantic link, nuclear deterrence, partnerships, crisis management, and budget process.

By partnering with the NATO Defense College, Allied Command Transformation aims to foster the growth of future Alliance leaders and ensure that the College remains informed about the evolving landscape of warfare.