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                                                    General

                                                    Exercise GORDIAN KNOT 2019 (GOKT 19) is a national, two level
                                                    (operational and tactical) Command Post Exercise (CPX) that will train
                                                    NATO Rapid Deployable Corps-Greece (NRDC-GR) and its associated
                                                    Joint Logistics Support Group (JLSG) in planning and conducting a Non-
                                                    Article 5 Small Joint Operation (Land) with limited complexity.

                                                    NRDC-GR will utilise an “integrated model JTF HQ” with Supported and
                                                    Supporting Inter-relationships (SSI), as described in the Bi-SC Conceptual
                                                    Framework For Alliance Operations (CFAO) with regard to Component
                                                    Commands (CCs), simultaneously conducting operational and tactical
                                                    command and control, suitable for a SJO (L) of a limited complexity.

NRDC-GR National and Multinational personnel will
be tested during the exercise.
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Aim                                                                   (3) Protect the Force and NATO’s freedom of action along lines of
                                                                      communication (especially Airports and Ports of Debarkation and
To train NRDC-GR in planning and conducting a Non Article 5           Staging Areas) against complex threats mainly from terrorism and
Crisis Response SJO (L) of limited complexity, under direct           organized crime.
command of SACEUR, in a military, civilian and asymmetric threat
intensity environment involving combat incidents with high         (4) Inform the planning and execution of operations in support of
intensity moments. This exercise will serve as a venue to sustain  the Commander’s Decision Making Process, across all PMESII
NRDC-GR’s readiness for its JHQ stand-by                                            domains. Permit the effective collection, tasking,
period, as depicted in the LTCP.                       High intensity does cross-cueing of other collection capabilities and
                                                                                    dissemination of collected information to users.
Exercise Objectives
                                                      not automatically
                                                    mean ‘kinetic’; crisis               (5) Sustain theatre level NATO Operations,

(1) Command and Control a multi-national JTF       resolution, imposition                compensating challenging conditions (hostile
                                                                                         acts and LOG infrastructure weaknesses) with
HQ at operational and tactical level under         of the rule of law and                high capabilities delivered by the JLSG
“integrated model”.
                                                     conflict prevention                 supported by CCs, HN and TCN NSEs. Main
                                                                                         effort will be on the conduct of operations. Be
(2) Engage a hybrid adversary, interact and
                                                                      prepared to provide limited support to the HN within means and
coordinate with the Host Nation, International Organisations/Non
                                                                      capabilities. Utilise LOGFAS to monitor sustainment activities.
Governmental Organisations and other non-NATO actors with
large scale Joint Influence and small scale Joint Manoeuvre and
Fires (against terrorists and criminals supported by conventional
forces). JTF HQ will have fully operational Land forces and SOF
but limited Air.
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                                                   Demonstrating Capabilities

                                                   Contacting GOKT19, NATO Rapid Deployable Corps - Greece will demonstrate its
                                                   capability as a highly capable, constantly adapting, reliable Headquarters (HQ),
                                                   ready to cope with future challenges, as well as the high level of training and
                                                   professionalism of its personnel. Additionally it reflects our contributing Nations’
                                                   dedication to the Alliance and to project stability in the fragile balance of the
                                                   Alliance’s borders, taking advantage of NRDC-GR HQ strategic location in the
                                                   South-Eastern edge of Europe. Moreover:
                                                             1)   Demonstrate NRDC-GR significant progress in adapting to the
                                                   emerging security threats in the physical, virtual and cognitive dimensions, in order
                                                   to be capable to respond to future security challenges as part of the Alliance’s
                                                   effort.
                                                            2) Assure NATO community and Partner Nations of NRDC-GR
                                                   continuing ability to effectively contribute to the regional and wider South-Eastern
                                                   NATO flank security and stability.
                                                            3) Reinforce the Hellenic commitment to the Alliance as well as
                                                   keeping the appropriate level of readiness for collective defence and crisis
                                                   response as a valuable stabilising asset for the Alliance in the South Flank of
                                                   Europe.
GORDIAN KNOT 2019 will be a platform for NRDC-GR
to demonstrate its advanced capabilities. CJOC
consists the “heart” of NRDC-GR HQ during
operations
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GOKT 19 Affiliated Units

GORDIAN KNOT 19 is NRDC-GR’s main annual exercise. Through its preparation and execution, it helps build capacity
capability and readiness of all the HQ personnel and Subordinate Units. During this exercise we will put to the test new
practices, concepts, structures and methods, in order to follow the evolution of the ever changing operation
environment. The participation of the affiliation units is fundamental to this effect, and therefore we welcome the
participation of 61st “Stryamska” Mechanised Brigade from Bulgaria, XVI Light Infantry Brigade “Canarias” from Spain,
2nd Mountain Troops Brigade "Sarmizegetusa" from Romania and South-Eastern Europe Brigade ‘SEEBRIG’ to the
exercise GORDIAN KNOT 19

 61st “Stryamska” Mechanised Brigade   XVI Light Infantry Brigade “Canarias”   2nd Mountain Troops Brigade "Sarmizegetusa"   South-Eastern Europe Brigade ‘SEEBRIG’
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                                                             EX. GORDIAN KNOT 2019, Communication & Engagement Coordination Centre

EX. GORDIAN KNOT 2019, NRDC-GR HQ, Assiros, Camp Prokopidi   EX. GORDIAN KNOT 2019 PHIII/A, Combined Joint Operations Center
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     Corps - Greece
We Are NATO Rapid Deployable
                               We Are NATO
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                                          General

                                          NATO Rapid Deployable Corps - Greece is a highly capable, constantly adapting,
                                          reliable Joint Task Force (Land) NATO HQ, demonstrating high readiness status to
                                          deploy, in a timely and secure manner, to any designated Joint Operations Area
                                          and ready to cope with future challenges. Rooted in NATO’s core values and
                                          strengthened by the high level of training and professionalism, along with hearty
                                          cooperation and willingness of its multinational personnel, the HQ reflects our
                                          contributing Nations’ dedication and commitment to the Alliance.

NRDC-GR is located in the Center of
Thessaloniki
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NRDC-GR LOCATION AND ASSURANCE                                       councils have since endorsed in parallel processes two common
                                                                     sets of proposals, on December 2016 and December 2017, a total
                                                                     of 74 proposals, including topics such as countering hybrid threats,
Its strategic location among three continents, Europe, Asia and
                                                                     maritime issues, cyber security and defence, defence industry and
Africa and as the crossroad between the Balkans, the Black Sea and
                                                                     research, defence and security capacity building, counter terrorism,
the Eastern Mediterranean NRDC-GR HQ is a force multiplier for
                                                                     women, peace and security, and military mobility. As we develop
the Alliance’s defence, and along with the commitment of the Host
                                                                     the comprehensive approach to crisis management problems,
Nation Greece a guarantor for stability in this sensitive area.
                                                                               building on our existing capabilities, new areas of
                                                                                cooperation such as hybrid threats, energy security and
The Southern Flank. The growing instability
to the South has been reflected in the              “Capable now,               cyber defence will provide additional opportunities to
                                                                                extoll the deepening relationship and to cope with the
agreement at the Warsaw Summit of the                  ready for                modern challenging strategic and operational global
framework for the NATO’s adaptation to the
threats and challenges emanating for the              tomorrow,                 environment. NRDC-GR is building its own capabilities
                                                                                within the Alliance’s existing efforts in the Western
South and the establishment of the NATO            adapting for the             Balkans, Eastern Mediterranean and the Aegean Sea.
Strategic Direction - South (NSD-S) Hub.
Located in the South-Eastern edge of Europe,
                                                        future”
                                                                                 Aegean Sea. NATO continues to provide support to
NRDC-GR projects stability in the fragile
                                                                     Allies and the European Union in order to assist with the refugee
balance of the Alliance’s borders.
                                                                     and migrant crisis in the Aegean Sea. Greece, being located in
                                                                     South-Eastern Europe by participating on both EU and NATO, is
The European Union. NATO and the European Union increasingly
                                                                     the paramount guarantor of stability in the Aegean Sea. NRDC-GR
share strategic interests and are actively cooperating in many
                                                                     is the frame of its co-location and contribution of the Hellenic C’
mission areas across the Alliance. This cooperation has been
                                                                     Army Corps to this significant humanitarian issue, constitutes a
formalised on July 2016, with the Joint Declaration, signed by the
                                                                     valuable tool and highlights the degree of cooperation with
President of the European Commission and the Secretary General
                                                                     partners to help address this complex problem.
of the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation. The EU and NATO
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NRDC-GR ADAPTATION AND
EVOLUTION

NRDC-GR is a High Readiness Force
(Land) Headquarters of the NATO
Force Structure (NFS). In accordance
with the current Long Term
Commitment Plan, the HQ is in a
stand-by period as a JTF HQ from 1st
July 2018 to the 31st December
2019, capable to undertake the
command and control of a Small
Joint Operation, Land Heavy.
Simultaneously, NRDC-GR is
preparing for its possible roles as a
Warfighting Corps HQ, a Corps size
operation Land Component                  Potential Operations as a JTF HQ:   •Sanctions and Embargoes
Command (LCC) HQ or a Multi-Corps         •Peace Support Operation
                                                                              •Humanitarian Assistance
LCC.                                                                          •Disaster Relief
                                          •Counter Irregular Activities
                                          •Support to Civil Authorities       •Freedom of Navigation and Over
                                                                              Flight Operations
                                          •Search and Rescue
                                          •Non-Combatant Evacuation
                                          Operations

                                          •Extraction Operations
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MULTINATIONALITY (EXISTING – INCOMING)

NRDC-GR is a multinational HQ in which multiple nations
are working together demonstrating the Alliance’s
solidarity, contributing to credibility and legitimacy of our
common mission. Multi-nationality offers opportunities for
effective communication at all levels. Active but also former
members of NRDC-GR from participating Nations are our
best and most credible spokespersons and ambassadors in
the wider civil and military community.

VALUES BASED SECURITY

NATO was founded on the principles of Democracy,
Sovereignty and mutual Security. NRDC-GR remains an
essential NATO Force Structure HQ infiltrating to all its
personnel, national and international, the gravity of its role
concerning the contribution to the defence of the Alliance
according these principles, infusing military virtues,
professionalism, optimism and morale while keeping
exquisite human relations. For Greece and the Hellenic
Armed Forces NRDC-GR constitutes a resource of acquiring
knowledge, experience and expertise for their
transformation in the contemporary complex and
challenging operational environment.
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                                                            AN ACTIVE ALLY TO THE ACADEMIC COMMUNITY

                                                            NRDC-GR collaborates closely with Thessaloniki’s Academic
                                                            Community, through a Memorandum of Understanding with the
                                                            University of Macedonia, a Memorandum of Cooperation with the
                                                            International Hellenic University and agreements with other relevant
                                                            entities. This cooperation facilitates mutual and beneficial synergies,
                                                            by common study and internship programs, conferences, seminars,
                                                            etc.
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ACTIVE MEMBER OF THE LOCAL SOCIETY

The HQ is located in the centre of Thessaloniki and the vicinity of the
main market, the International fair of Thessaloniki facilities and the
Universities compounds. NRDC-GR personnel participates in
numerous social events, while the close relationship that has been
developed the last years within various domains of local community,
creates a mutual extraordinary relationship with the local society.
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                                                            ACTIVE COUNTERPART OF CIVIL ORGANIZATIONS

                                                            Solution to current or future crisis requires a comprehensive
                                                            approach between military and non-military actors. To that aim,
                                                            NRDC-GR endeavors Civil-Military Interaction (CMI), through
                                                            permanent cooperation with most relevant civil organizations, as
                                                            UNOCHA, UNHCR, ICRC, IOM, Blue Shield and many others,
                                                            facilitating common understanding, training and education.
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SHORT HISTORY OF NRDC-GR                                                 Evaluation (CREVAL). This CREVAL was conducted in June 2011,
                                                                         and the HQ was declared “Combat Prepared”.
NRDC-GR is a multinational HQ, one of the nine Graduated
Readiness Forces Land Headquarters, of the NATO Force Structure.         In Oct – Nov 2011, the HQ was certified as LCC for the NRF 2012
                                                                         following the evaluation process through two major exercises
The HQ is autonomous for operations and able to deploy anywhere
                                                                         “Briliant Ledger 11” and “Steadfast Juncture 11”.
in the world. It supports 1500 troops under any conditions, in terms
of force protection, accommodation, communications, feeding,             The HQ undertook the NRF Land Component Command role, for
water drilling and purification, electricity, hygiene, medical support   the year 2012.
etc.
                                                                         Following the successful outcome of this mission, the Framework
In August 2001 the Hellenic C’ Army Corps, one of the older and          Nation (Greece), decided to upgrade the HQ to HRF and inform the
more glorious formations of the contemporary Hellenic Army,              Alliance Authorities respectively. This offer was accepted by the
started a transformation process to qualify as a NATO Force of Low       Alliance.
Readiness (FLR) Corps HQ and was named NATO Deployable
                                                                         In December 2015 High Readiness Force Full Operation capability
Corps – Greece (NDC-GR).
                                                                         was declared through a national evaluation.
After achieving the Initial Operational Capability (IOC) in December
                                                                         In June 2015 as a result of an intense NATO Combat Readiness
2003, it was activated as a NATO Military HQ, gaining international
                                                                         Evaluation, NRDC-GR was declared as a Combat Ready High
status in August 2004.
                                                                         Readiness Force Headquarters.
In June 2005 the HQ attained the Full Operational Capability (FOC)
                                                                         From September 2015 and on, NRDC-GR has initiated its
and on 29 September 2005, after NATO Military Committee
                                                                         transformation to Joint Headquarters and Joint Logistic Support
endorsement and recommendation, the North Atlantic Council
                                                                         Group in the frame of Joint Task Force mission.
(NAC) confirmed HQ NDC-GR as a NATO FLR HQ.
                                                                         In June 2018 NRDC-GR successfully completed with outstanding
In June 2008 the HQ passed a Combat Readiness Evaluation using
                                                                         results the NATO Evaluation as a Joint Task Force and also assumed
the High Readiness Force Criteria.
                                                                         the commitment of a Stand by force in NATO Forces Long Term
In October 2009 Greece offered HQ NDC-GR to undertake the role           Commitment Plan.
of Land Component Command (LCC) for the NATO Response Force
2012, the major ever challenge for this HQ.

Upon its commitment to assume LCC role in the NRF Long Term
Rotation Plan, had to go again through a Combat Readiness
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