Latvia and Denmark sign letter of intent on strengthening regional security

On 28 and 29 October, as part of the state visit of the Danish royal couple to Latvia, Minister of Defence Andris Sprūds and Danish Minister of Defence Troels Lund Poulsen reaffirmed their commitment to enhancing defence cooperation between Latvia and Denmark.

During their meeting at Military Base “Ādaži”, the ministers signed a Letter of Intent, marking both countries’ commitment to deepening cooperation in defence, strengthening regional security, and reinforcing Allied presence in Latvia. The Letter of Intent sets out joint goals for the coming years, including capability development, defence industry cooperation, and innovation.

“Latvia and Denmark are bound by a close partnership, shared NATO commitments, and common understanding of today’s security challenges. The Letter of Intent signed today reaffirms our determination to strengthen security not only in Latvia but throughout the Baltic region, and to invest in defence innovation, which is essential for future military resilience,” said Minister of Defence Andris Sprūds.

During the visit, both ministers also took part in the Danish–Latvian Defence Industry Days, which brought together companies and representatives of the defence industries from both countries. During the event, a Memorandum of Understanding was signed between Latvian Company Edge Autonomy and Danish Company UXC Technologies, providing for the integration of UXV Technologies’ control stations with drones produced in Latvia. This partnership demonstrates both nations’ commitment to developing their defence industries and promoting new technological solutions.

Latvia and Denmark are strategic partners in the defence industry. A battalion of the Royal Danish Army is part of NATO's Multinational Division North, contributing to the defence of NATO’s eastern flank. Denmark is also a member of the Drone Coalition proposed by Latvia. This week, Latvia and Denmark further strengthened their cooperation during Danish–Latvian Defence Industry Days, bringing together more than 170 representatives from companies, organizations, and government institutions.

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