Modernise. Mobilise. Secure.
The leading event in partnership with the Lithuanian Land Forces at the epicentre of NATO’s eastern flank, driving integrated capability and regional deterrence.

9 - 10 December 2025 | Lithuanian Exhibition and Congress Center Litexpo Vilnius, Lithuania

Strengthening Nato's Eastern Flank: An Interview with Brigadier General Boštjan Močnik, Commander of the Slovenian Armed Forces Command

Strengthening Nato's Eastern Flank: An Interview with Brigadier General Boštjan Močnik, Commander of the Slovenian Armed Forces Command

In the run-up to Land Warfare Europe 2025, Defence IQ sat down with Brigadier General Boštjan Močnik, Commander of the Slovenian Armed Forces Command, to discuss how Slovenia is strengthening NATO’s eastern flank and adapting to modern threats.

Discussing a range of topics, including countering drones, loitering munitions, bolstering cyber resilience and interoperability, Brigadier General Močnik outlines Slovenia’s priorities for modernising its land forces. He also highlights the importance of layered air defence, stronger fire support, and the integration of emerging technologies such as AI and autonomous systems to maintain operational effectiveness in future conflicts.

This exclusive Defence IQ interview provides insights into how Slovenia and its NATO allies are working together to build a more robust, agile, and resilient European defence posture.