two components is critical. Networks of civilian volunteers and the private- public partnerships also play an important role. As maintaining security anticipates effective cooperation of the state institutions and other stakeholders, joint planning is crucial for the better use of the state’s and society’s resources and the improvement of resilience. For this, clear management and planning, quick and concise decision-making, prompt division of labour and readiness to use their capabilities whatever their ownership is needed. To achieve the main objective, it is necessary to:  maintain world order based on international law and the UN Charter safeguard the global influence and strength of the democracy, rule of law and human rights, and fasten the identity based on these values  deepen the solidarity of NATO and EU member states, also in issues concerning security  increase the capabilities and effectiveness of diplomacy and the foreign service in reinforcing a world order founded on shared values and common rules  strengthen the collective defence, enhance its efficiency and deterrence value, focusing on the defence of the Alliance’s territory and consolidate the presence of combat-ready allied forces in Estonia and its vicinity  develop independent defence capability based on actual and rapidly usable military capabilities  implement the comprehensive national defence concept, focusing inter alia on development and funding critical capabilities, increase the efficiency of the cooperation between defence and security institutions, and employ to a greater extent the country’s research potential  empower a cooperative security system for the peaceful resolution of regional security issues  improve strategic communication to strengthen the cohesion of society and reinforce the positive international image of the country, as well as consolidate psychological defence to neutralise hostile information attacks  participate actively in international conflict prevention and crisis management, peacebuilding and global or regional humanitarian aid  strengthen control of the country’s borders (also the external border of the European Union), thereby reducing transnational threats and risks  improve society’s resilience by reducing the vulnerability of vital services and potential interruptions in the supply of food and potable water as well as enhancing emergency preparedness, civil emergency management, and protecting society from cyber threats by introducing effective cyber defence system  guarantee that constitutional institutions and state governance are reliable and resilient, and that public services, state functions and key leadership are able to operate without interruption  improve the reaction of internal security authorities to prevent security threats with grave consequences 7