Guidance

Allied Joint Doctrine for Security Force Assistance (AJP-3.16)

Allied Joint Publication-3.16 outlines direction and guidance on how NATO provides security force assistance.

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Allied Joint Publication (AJP)-3.16, Allied Joint Doctrine for Security Force Assistance (Edition A Version 1) outlines direction and guidance on how North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) provides security force assistance (SFA).

SFA activities are applicable at all levels of operations: military strategic; operational; and tactical. NATO SFA activities require North Atlantic Council approval and should contribute towards a strategic end state.

Who should read this publication

This publication is intended primarily for commanders and staff at the joint operational level. It also provides guidance for all levels of command and is instructive for coalition and NATO partners.

Published 14 August 2017