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Nikos Dendias: 2026 Finds Us Mid-Effort

Published December 31, 2025, 11:27

In his New Year's address, Minister of National Defense Nikos Dendias emphasized that 2026 will find the Armed Forces in the midst of a major modernization and strengthening effort. The 'Agenda 2030' is a holistic plan that includes modernizing the Armed Forces, renewing the structure, integrating innovation, strengthening the defense industry and, above all, investing in human resources. Mr. Dendias wished health, strength and success to all officers, non-commissioned officers, soldiers, sailors, airmen, reservists, and civilian personnel of the Armed Forces, stressing that the new year is an opportunity for reflection and planning. He reaffirmed the commitment of the Armed Forces to their constitutional mission, namely ensuring national security, in an environment of geopolitical upheaval and new challenges. The Minister stated that the Armed Forces are a factor of stability, promoting the principles of Democracy, Peace, Freedom and International Law, while also defending Greece's sovereignty and sovereign rights. He also emphasized the importance of the Armed Forces' presence alongside society, in natural disasters and difficult times. He explained that a roadmap for the transition of the Armed Forces to the new era has been submitted and is being discussed in Parliament, which includes a modern framework for career development, financial benefits and upgrading of the Military Schools.