The European Council is to establish military planning and conduct capability (MPCC) within the EU military staff (EUMS). The terms of reference of the EUMS, which is part of the EEAS, have also been amended and approved. The MPCC will assume command of EU non-executive military missions, currently: EU Training Mission (EUTM) ...
European Commission launches European Defence Fund to ensure money is spent more efficiently. Today ( 7 June 2017), the European Commission is launching a European Defence Fund to help Member States spend taxpayer money more efficiently, reduce duplications in spending, and get better value for money. The fund is designed to coordinate, ...
NATO has made significant step in strengthening its ties with Baghdad following the UK’s Paul Smith assuming office as NATO Senior Civilian in Iraq. Mr. Smith will represent the NATO Secretary General and the Alliance at large, as NATO continues to help strengthen the Iraqi security institutions in their fight against ...
Cranfield University has revealed new research which points to a skills shortage within manufacturing. The research highlights the importance of leadership, innovation, management and other non-technical skills within manufacturing and the need to recruit new talent into the sector. The research was put together through a systematic review and analysis of over ...