Preserving the life and health of military and civilian personnel has the highest priority and only a healthy Armed Force can deliver and sustain its function efficiently. The European Defence Agency is working on greater interoperability of equipment, expertise and training in Medical Support to EU Common Security and Defence Policy (CSDP) Operations. Moreover, EDA is promoting a common understanding amongst all components, Operational, Technical and Industrial, involved in the field of EU Defence Medical Services.
Goals
- Increase interoperability of equipment, expertise, and training in Medical Support to CSDP operations
- Analyse new areas for medical capability development and Pooling & Sharing opportunities
- Promote cooperation amongst all actors involved
- Enhance dual use capabilities for medical assets in disaster relief and other emergencies