Established in 2017 as the first division-level command under Multinational Corps Northeast, Multinational Division North East (MND-NE) is a vital component of NATO's Force Structure in northeastern Europe. Headquartered in Elbląg, Poland, MND-NE plays a critical role in maintaining the Alliance's security and readiness. The division is responsible for commanding and coordinating two NATO Multinational Battlegroups, stationed in Poland and Lithuania, which strengthen NATO's deterrence capabilities in the region.
MND-NE maintains a high level of readiness, enabling it to quickly respond to any emerging threats. In peacetime, MND-NE focuses on strengthening NATO's collective defense, improving interoperability among allied forces, and promoting regional stability through joint training and exercises. By overseeing the two battlegroups, MND-NE directly contributes to the operational readiness of Multinational Corps Northeast, reinforcing NATO's deterrence and defence efforts in the Baltic.
If need be, MND-NE is fully fledged to conduct defensive operations as indicated in the Article 5 of the Washington Treaty.