Former NATO Deputy Supreme Allied Commander Europe Admiral Sir Keith Blount joins Harry Macleod for one of his final interviews before retiring after 42 years of military service.
From commanding operations across the Middle East to helping shape NATO’s response to a resurgent Russia, Admiral Blount reflects on a career spent at the highest levels of military leadership and offers a candid assessment of where the Alliance stands today.
In this conversation, Harry and Admiral Blount discuss:
- Why NATO is stronger than many believe
- His biggest regret after more than four decades in uniform
- The future of European defence and the growing importance of the maritime domain
- Russia, deterrence and collective security
- Why Europe’s defence industry must evolve
- Lessons in leadership from operating across international alliances
- Why the next generation should be optimistic about serving in defence
This is an honest conversation about leadership, strategy and the future of NATO from one of the Alliance’s most experienced commanders.
Guest: Admiral Sir Keith Blount
Host: Harry Macleod