Permanent Representative to NATO
2011-02-11
CIOR is recognized by the MCC and in the structure of NATO.
CIOR is represented in the International Military Staff (IMS) in Plans & Policy Division (P&P)
by the Permanent Representative (PERMREP).

The current PERMREP is Captain (Navy) Jacques De Decker (BE).
The PERMREP
- Is the visual representative of the International CIOR & CIOMR Presidents in NATO HQ / IMS P&P Division in Brussels
- Is a point of contact for the Military Representatives in the International Staff in NATO HQ
- Is a counsellor and advisor of the presidencies of CIOR & CIOMR in NATO related reserve matters
- Organises the annual Mid-Winter Meeting session in NATO HQ Brussels
- Is in charge of the CIOR office in NATO HQ in Brussels
- Collects and keeps the archives of CIOR
- Promotes CIOR items in the strategic policy & concepts branch in IMS
The PERMREP is visible in IMS and NATO HQ, playing a role of point of contact for all CIOR members, associates and others to create a good relationship with all offices that support our engagement as reservist in NATO.