
Change of Command at MND-N, Riga, Latvia, August 17, 2023.
With Latvia and Denmark as the framework nations, Multinational Division North (MND-N) operates from its main headquarters in Ādaži, Latvia. Established in 2019 and fully operational since 2023, MND-N is a key part of NATO's commitment to securing the northern Baltic Sea region against any threat.
Supported by NATO Allies including Canada, Estonia, France, Germany, Italy, Lithuania, Poland, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, and the United Kingdom, MND-N forms a strong and versatile command.
MND-N is entrusted with critical responsibilities that include planning and coordinating military operations within its area of responsibility. It ensures information sharing, maintains situational awareness, and commands assigned forces during operations and exercises. Through its training exercises, MND-N guarantees the readiness of all units and personnel, reinforcing NATO's collective defence posture.
As a high-readiness command, MND-N operates effectively in both peacetime and in times of crisis or conflict. Embodying NATO's resilience and resolve, it plays a vital role in Multinational Corps Northeast.