A case for studying small states defence... again

Abstract

Just over twenty years after joining NATO and the EU, the Baltic states are once again in a situation where they need to strengthen their military security. Developments both close to the Baltic region and further afield are increasing the importance of small states’ conventional defence capabilities. This requires serious efforts and prudent choices on the part of the small states. Whether and how the small states in the Baltic Sea region meet this challenge will contribute to a better understanding of modern small states and how they adapt to the major security changes in today’s world.