ABCD 2010

Assurance for small allies: how can it succeed or fail?

A discussion centred on the assurance aspect of deterrence, using a small state at the borders of Europe as a practical illustration: how does the asymmetry of stakes, power and interests of small and big countries influence the policies of a small country, its sense of vulnerability and chances of a false sense of security?

Speakers

Jørgen Berggrav

Rear Admiral / Norwegian Navy, National Military Representative to SACEUR for Norway

Sven Mikser

Chairman of the Foreign Affairs Committee, Estonian Parliament

Paul G. Schafer

Major General / USAF, Director for Strategy, Policy & Assessments, European Command, USA

Moderator

Janne Kuusela

Defence Policy Director, Ministry of Defence of Finland

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