REGISTER AT: secretaris@mars-mercurius.nl

Defence and the Army are at a strategic crossroads: the Netherlands, Europe and the transatlantic alliance are facing new challenges. There is growing instability on the external borders, Russian assertiveness and Chinese ambitions, and support for NATO is no longer a foregone conclusion for every ally. All this is taking place against a backdrop of rapid technological change, major demographic trends, a globalising world and a changing climate.

We invite you to reflect on these developments and think with us about these changes.

Programme

  • Changes in the security landscape
    Subject: Mr Joep Wijnands - Director-General Policy Ministry of Defence

  • Changing Land Operations
    LGen Martin Wijnen - from 28 08 2019 commander of land forces (C-Las)

  • Changing type of conflict: hybrid / cyber / vulnerable society
    LKol Gwenda Nielen - policy officer at the Ministry of Defence

  • Climate change and security
    Gen BD Tom Middendorp - former Commander of the Armed Forces (CDS)

    Col Mietta Groeneveld will act as chairman of the day.

Start of programme: 15:00. Walk-in and reception from 14:30

A nasi meal will be served after the symposium.
Participation in the symposium is free, participation in the nasi meal 10 €

You can register by sending an e-mail to: secretaris@mars-mercurius.nl stating your name and address as well as 'participation in symposium 23 October' and participation in meal yes/no.
For participation in the nasi meal, please transfer 10 € to NL73ABNA0500 3854 83 in the name of Mars and Mercury, stating 'symposium'.

The symposium will take place at the GenMaj Kootkazerne, Wolweg 100 3776 LR Stroe.

REGISTER AT: secretaris@mars-mercurius.nl

Source photo: Dutch Defence Press/Gerard van Oosbree