Latvia and Poland sign memorandum of understanding to utrengthen cooperation in cybersecurity

On Tuesday, 13 October, a Memorandum of Understanding on strengthening cooperation between Latvia and Poland in the field of cybersecurity was signed during the visit of Polish Secretary of State at the Ministry of National Defence Cezary Tomczyk to Latvia.

The Memorandum was signed by Rolands Heniņš, Policy Director and Deputy State Secretary at the Latvian Ministry of Defence, and Cezary Tomczyk, Secretary of State at the Polish Ministry of National Defence.

The Memorandum provides for closer exchange of information on cyber threats, sharing of best practices, and cooperation in education, training, and the development of cybersecurity capabilities. It also covers the exchange of information on tools and research, as well as cooperation in the planning, coordination, and conduct of joint operations.

During his visit, Cezary Tomczyk also met with Parliamentary Secretary of the Latvian Ministry of Defence Karina Ploka. During their bilateral meeting, the officials discussed Latvian-Polish cooperation in defence and security, current regional security developments, and opportunities to further strengthen bilateral cooperation.

Latvia and Poland are strategic allies with a long-standing history of defence cooperation. Polish troops play an important role in the Canada-led NATO Multinational Brigade in Latvia. The Polish Air Force has also participated in NATO’s Baltic Air Policing mission on several occasions, making a significant contribution to strengthening NATO’s collective deterrence and defence.

Information prepared by:
MoD Military Public Affairs Department
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