The U.S. European Command (EUCOM) organized its annual Chiefs of Mission Conference at its headquarters from February 4 to 6 to discuss unified support for U.S. foreign policy and national security efforts in Europe.
The conference brought together leaders from across Europe to discuss and synchronize diplomatic and military efforts across the European theater, Gazeta Express reports.
Senior leaders from EUCOM headquarters, component commands, and the U.S. Department of State took part in the conference, including U.S. ambassadors and chargés d’affaires representing American interests in more than 48 European countries.
Among the participants was the Chargé d’Affaires of the U.S. Embassy in Kosovo, Anu Pratipatti.
Panel discussions focused on topics such as conventional and hybrid threats to Europe and the U.S. homeland, the Department of Defense’s vision for burden-sharing in Europe, the Euro-Atlantic defense industrial base, and next steps regarding Ukraine, the Command said.
“EUCOM prioritizes three mission areas: defending the U.S. homeland, projecting U.S. combat power, and posturing the Alliance to deter and defend,” said General Alexus G. Grynkewich, Commander of U.S. European Command.
“It is essential to enable our European allies to take primary responsibility for defense on the European continent. Strong allies that provide credible combat power are what allow the United States to focus on global challenges.”
Insights gathered during the event will be implemented jointly with allies and partners in Europe, reflecting the U.S. commitment to addressing shared security concerns.
“The excellent cooperation between the Department of State and the Department of Defense has been instrumental in carrying out our missions,” said Kimberly Guilfoyle, U.S. Ambassador to Greece.
“Our work here in Europe—from advancing energy security to strengthening our defense partnerships—ensures American strength as we confront challenges from Russia to China and beyond.”
U.S. European Command is responsible for U.S. military operations across Europe, parts of Asia and the Middle East, the Arctic, and the Atlantic Ocean.
EUCOM consists of more than 65,000 permanently assigned military personnel, supported by rotational forces and Department of Defense civilians who work closely with NATO allies and partners.
