EU - NATO COOPERATION IN THE CBRN FIELD

This paper examines the European Union Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Risk Mitigation Centres of Excellence (EU CBRN CoE) initiative an dNATO’s CBRN defence policy, with particular emphasis on bilateral cooperation between the EU and NATO in addressing CBRN threats. The research traces the establishment of the EU CBRN CoE initiative and analyzes how it promotes international cooperation and synergy with other global actors, especially NATO. Through a historical review of NATO-EU security cooperation, the paper investigates both organizations’ CBRN policies, defence capabilities, and current challenges. While focusing on bilateral cooperation, the study also explores how these organizations independently counter CBRN threats. The publication concludes with practical policy recommendations aimed at enhancing the effectiveness of EU-NATO cooperation in CBRN risk reduction, acknowledging the limitations of available public information regarding NATO’s CBRN activities.