, adopted in March 2022, which identified as one of the four key pillars of EU security and defence policy.

This tailored model of cooperation is designed to be flexible and mutually beneficial, supporting dialogue and joint work across the full spectrum of peace, security and defence. It builds on the EU’s long-standing engagement with partners and responds to today’s complex global challenges.

To date, the EU has concluded similar partnerships with , and North Macedonia, with Canada under negotiation.

The conclusion of the Security and Defence Partnership with the United Kingdom reinforces this network of cooperation and strengthens the EU’s ability to act with partners in safeguarding international peace and security

Read the press release: https://europa.eu/!DFF3fC