Brunssum, the Netherlands – 20^th September, in the presence of an invited audience, the Commander of JFC Brunssum (JFCBS), General Erhard Bühler, and the Mayor of Brunssum, Mr Gerd Leers, officially signed a Letter of Intent in the Town Hall agreeing the principles that will form the baseline of the future relationship between Headquarters Allied Joint Force Command Brunssum and its host town.Eager to consolidate, sustain and strengthen the strong bond of friendship that already exists between JFCBS and the town of Brunssum, the Mayor and General aim to ensure the relationship is preserved for future generations. It is anticipated this document will establish a framework for enhanced cooperation that will extend and strengthen the execution of collaborative activities in areas of common interest. 

The outcome, it is hoped, will be better integration of the international JFCBS community into that of the host town to the mutual benefit of all as understanding and friendships deepen.