A-5 Adriatic Coalition holds 29th Chiefs of Staff conference in Croatia

Major General Sashko Lafchiski, Chief of the General Staff of the Army of the Republic of North Macedonia, participated in the 29th Conference of Chiefs of Staff of the A-5 Adriatic Coalition held in Zadar, Croatia. Hosted by Croatian Lieutenant General Timomir Kundid, the conference focused on the theme “Achieving Regional Benefits.”

During the sessions, General Lafchiski emphasized the importance of humanitarian and disaster relief, combating transnational organized crime, and building a collective regional response. He also highlighted the necessity of military mobility and investments in dual-use infrastructure.

The conference concluded with a joint statement reaffirming a commitment to strengthening defense capabilities and expanding military cooperation to enhance regional security. General Lafchiski held meetings with several high-ranking officials, including General Alexander Grinkevich, Commander of U.S. European Command and SACEUR, and Lieutenant General Peter Scott of NATO. He also conducted bilateral meetings with A-5 member chiefs of staff and the commander of the Vermont National Guard.