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NRDC-GR Hosts Delegation from Multinational Division South (MND-S)

From 21 to 22 October 2026, NATO Rapid Deployable Corps – Greece (NRDC-GR) hosted an official delegation from Multinational Division South (MND-S) at its Headquarters in Thessaloniki. The Italian delegation was led by the Deputy Chief of Staff Support of the MND-S.   The visit took place within the framework of military cooperation and coordination related to the Regional Plan South East (RP-SE).   During the visit, the head of the MND-S delegation paid an office call on the Commander of NRDC-GR,…

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NRDC-GR Concludes Final Coordination Conference for Exercise “GORDIAN KNOT 2026”

On 15 and 16 October 2026, NATO Rapid Deployable Corps – Greece (NRDC-GR) conducted the Final Coordination Conference (FCC) for Exercise “GORDIAN KNOT 2026” (GOKN26) at its Headquarters in Thessaloniki. The conference marked the completion of the exercise planning phase, ensuring final coordination and preparations ahead of the exercise’s execution. With planning complete, the focus now shifts to the execution phase of GOKN26, a key milestone in NRDC-GR’s training activities and operational readiness.

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NRDC-GR Headquarters Commemorates Spanish National Day

On Friday, 16 October 2026, NATO Rapid Deployable Corps – Greece (NRDC-GR) hosted a ceremony at its Headquarters in Thessaloniki to commemorate Spanish National Day. The ceremony was presided over by the Commander of NRDC-GR, Lieutenant General Grigorios BOUNTLIAKIS, and attended by distinguished diplomatic, civilian, and military representatives, including the Honorary Consul of Spain, Mr. Samuel NAHMIAS; the Consul General of Romania, Ms. Corina CREȚU; and the Consul General of Bulgaria, Mr. Anton MARKOV. Their presence, together with the multinational…

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NRDC-GR Hosts the 22nd Plenary Conference

On Wednesday, 14 October 2026, NATO Rapid Deployable Corps – Greece (NRDC-GR) hosted the 22nd Plenary Conference at its Headquarters in Thessaloniki, under the auspices of the Hellenic National Defence General Staff (HNDGS). The conference brought together senior representatives from the participating nations, providing a forum for discussions and decision-making on matters of common interest related to the Headquarters’ operational requirements, organisational developments, and personnel manning. During the conference, national representatives reaffirmed their continued commitment to NRDC-GR and reached consensus…

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NRDC-GR Marks the Promotion of U.S. Army Major Alfonso RIVERA

On Friday, 9 October 2026, a military promotion ceremony was held at the Thessaloniki Military Officers’ Club to mark the promotion of U.S. Army Captain Alfonso RIVERA to the rank of Major. The ceremony was presided over by the Commander of NATO Rapid Deployable Corps – Greece (NRDC-GR), Lieutenant General Grigorios BOUNTLIAKIS, who congratulated Major RIVERA on his promotion and acknowledged his dedication, professionalism, and valuable contribution to the operational readiness of the multinational Headquarters. Among the distinguished guests was…

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Lieutenant General (GRC A) Grigorios BOUNTLIAKIS

COMMANDER, NATO RAPID DEPLOYABLE CORPS GREECE

Lt. Gen. (GRC A)

Grigorios BOUNTLIAKIS

The Corps Commander’s primary mission is to prepare the Corps to carry out the full range of military operations throughout the area of responsibility and beyond.

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"Capable now, ...ready for tomorrow, ...adapting to the future"

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