Cyprus, France, Greece and Italy have decided to expand cooperation on Defense Policy issues within the framework of the Quadripartite Cooperation (QUAD).
A press release from the Ministry of Defense issued on Tuesday says that the countries’ Defense Policy Directors met on Monday in Larnaca and in a joint statement noted that the meeting took place within the framework of ongoing cooperation, “to promote common vision for security and stability in the Eastern Mediterranean.”
It is added that since the launch of QUAD, the countries have demonstrated unity and determination in addressing new security challenges in the region. They noted further that the progress achieved through joint exercises, such as “EUNOMIA”, and the deepening of operational cooperation, have strengthened their collective ability to safeguard our common interests and promote peace.
It was agreed to expand the scope of joint training activities, with a particular emphasis on emerging areas such as cyber defense, hybrid threats and maritime security, improve mechanisms for coordinated crisis response, ensuring rapid and effective action in the face of unforeseen developments, and enhance innovation and the exchange of best practices to address new and complex security challenges.
The four countries reinforced their commitment to the peaceful resolution of disputes, supporting diplomacy as the cornerstone of our approach to regional stability, and declared their support for international law and the principle of freedom of navigation, recognising their importance for prosperity and security in the Eastern Mediterranean.
Their joint statement also notes that they are determined to further enhance the effectiveness and vision of the QUAD Initiative, confident that this cooperation will bring tangible benefits to the four countries and the wider region.
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