Diplomacy

EU establishes Permanent Structured Cooperation (PESCO)

Council adopts the decision establishing PESCO, a permanent framework for deeper EU defence cooperation among participating member states.

2017-12-11

On 11 December 2017, the Council adopted the decision establishing Permanent Structured Cooperation (PESCO), with participating member states committing to closer cooperation on defence capabilities, investment and operational readiness.

PESCO marked a step change in EU defence integration, creating a standing framework for joint projects and capability development.

Sources

Council of the EU – Defence cooperation: Council establishes PESCO (11 Dec 2017)