First Serbia-NATO Joint Military Exercise
Tuesday, 12.5.2026 | International Co-operation
The first joint military exercise between the Republic of Serbia and NATO, organized by the Army Command and JFC Naples, is being held this week and next week at the “South” Base and “Borovac” Training Ground near Bujanovac.
About 600 members of the Serbian Armed Forces and the armed forces of Italy, Romania and Türkiye are participating in the exercise entitled “NATO–Serbia”, in the presence of military planners and observers from France, Germany, Italy, Montenegro, Romania, Serbia, Türkiye, the United Kingdom and the United States of America. The exercise director is Colonel Branislav Stevanović, Deputy Commander of the 3rd Army Brigade.
This is a tactical-level exercise which lasts until May 23, providing an opportunity for members of the Serbian Armed Forces and the armed forces of NATO member states to exchange experience and work practices.
During the two-week field activities, the tactics, techniques and procedures applied in peace support operations, such as base security, checkpoint work, mass gathering control and combat in an urban environment, will be practiced.
The exercise is being implemented based on the conclusion of the Government of the Republic of Serbia and it represents a continuation of the mutually beneficial, concrete and transparent Serbia - NATO cooperation within the framework of the Partnership for Peace program, on equal grounds and with respect for our military neutrality. This cooperation aims at preserving peace and stability in the region, improving the operational capabilities of the armed forces, and strengthening confidence and mutual understanding.
Participation in international exercises improves the ability of the Serbian Armed Forces commands and units to carry out a wide range of tasks, including the engagement in peacekeeping operations; at the same time, it confirms the determination of the Republic of Serbia to cooperate with all partners and to preserve peace and stability.
