Industry must produce and innovate more, faster. This is how we keep our defence strong and our people safe. 🗣 | NATO Secretary General On Thursday (12 March 2026), NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte attended the Brussels European Defense Exhibition (BEDEX). He praised the crucial role of the defence industry for continued security across Europe and North America. Speaking at the BEDEX opening ceremony, Mr. Rutte told industry representatives, “The men and women in uniform are crucial but