Allied Command Operations (ACO)

Allied Command Operations (ACO) is a key part of NATO responsible for planning, executing, and overseeing military missions to ensure alliance members' security. It coordinates diverse military forces from different countries to conduct operations such as peacekeeping, crisis response, and defense. Headquartered in Belgium, ACO ensures that NATO's military actions are effective and synchronized, maintaining stability and security across member nations and partner regions. Essentially, it acts as NATO's operational brain, translating strategic goals into coordinated actions across various military assets.