The NATO Committee on Reserves reviewed border security and national defence systems during its summer meeting in Kirkenes, held from 24 to 26 June.
Norway presented its system for cooperation among the armed forces, police and border authorities. Delegates also visited the Pasvik Border Station near the Norwegian border with Russia.
Norway, Finland and Sweden described how reserve forces, military service and civilian institutions form part of their total defence systems. The committee advises NATO's Military Committee on reserve policy and planned its next meeting for January 2026 in Norfolk, United States.