Islanda caută noi parteneriate de securitate după respingerea negocierilor de aderare la UE

Iceland seeks new security strategies after voters rejected EU accession talks, emphasizing bilateral cooperation and relations with the EU. The Foreign Minister highlighted the need for enhanced security measures despite the referendum outcome. Iceland remains a NATO member without a standing army, relying on a 1951 US agreement. The recent referendum showed 52.8% against resuming EU negotiations, with a turnout of 82.5%. Iceland is part of the European Economic Area, allowing access to the EU single market without full membership.