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Posted on October 15, 2025
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Belgium and Netherlands are set to sign an agreement for the NASAMS missile defense system, enhancing their anti-drone capabilities as part of NATO efforts.
BRUSSELS (Reuters) -Belgium's Defence Minister Theo Francken said on Wednesday the Belgian and Dutch governments will sign a missile defense systems agreement.
"We will sign an agreement with the Netherlands to have .. (a) missile defense system. It will be the NASAMS system, the Norwegian System. We will buy NASAMS to protect our skies," Francken told reporters on Wednesday ahead of a meeting with NATO defence ministers.
He added that Belgium, which recently opened an investigation into several drones flying over a military base, will have more anti drone and detection systems as soon as possible.
(Reporting by Charlotte Van Campenhout and Inti Landauro)
A missile defense system is designed to detect, track, and intercept incoming missiles, providing protection against potential aerial threats.
NASAMS (National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile System) is a ground-based air defense system developed to protect against various aerial threats, including aircraft and missiles.
Anti-drone systems are technologies designed to detect, track, and neutralize unauthorized drones that may pose security threats.
Military investigations are conducted to assess incidents, ensure compliance with regulations, and enhance security measures within military operations.
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