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EU proposes new outlook on the climate and security nexus

The European Commission and the High Representative adopted a Joint Communication to the European Parliament and to the Council, laying out how the EU will address the growing impact of climate change and environmental degradation in the fields of peace, security, and defence. One of the four priorities is enhancing the climate adaptation and mitigation measures of Member States' civilian and military operations and infrastructure. Resilience to climate change is a key concept in the Joint Communication.

Read more on the European Commission website.

Date: 07 Jul 2023