NATO’s defence and deterrence in a changing security environment

LTReikšminiai žodžiai: Atgrasymas; Besikeičianti saugumo aplinka; Gynyba; NATO; Changing security environment; Defence; Deterrence; NATO.

ENThe article traces the evolution of deterrence theories and addresses major challenges they encountered over the time. The article looks for analytical means to explain changes in NATO defence and deterrence postures. It is focused upon the analysis of deterrence and defence policy of NATO and its adaptation to major external challenges. The article focuses upon the perception of collective defence and deterrence, and how the role of NATO nuclear and conventional deterrence is changing over the time. The article overviews the fundamental principles of NATO deterrence and defence that existed during the Cold War, and depicts the major changes that emerged right after its end. It observes the major changes in the Alliance doctrine and challenges it faces in the post-2014 security environment. It addresses NATO’s adaptation to contemporary challenges and its attempts to sustain Allied cohesion, and guarantee the credibility of NATO defence and deterrence. [Extract, p. 131]