Nordic security changed ‘dramatically’ by Ukraine conflict

Regional security challenges were discussed by the Nordic defence ministers meeting in Copenhagen 30-31 March 2016.

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Denmark: Ministry of Defence: News, 31.03.16: Regional security challenges discussed by the Nordic defence ministers meeting in Copenhagen 30-31 March http://www.fmn.dk/eng/news/Pages/regional-security-challenges-discussed-by-the-nordic-defence-ministers-meeting-in-copenhagen.aspx

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