The future of NATO, with retired French Gen. Philippe Lavigne
Release Date: 06/09/2025
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- Philippe Lavigne, a retired French general, was Chief of Staff of the French Air and Space Force from 2018 to 2021, then NATO's transformation chief for three years.
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