The Albanian Rapid Reaction Brigade was created on 6 January 2001. On January 2003 - first structural reorganization. On November 2006 - current organization. It is considered a first priority unit of the Albanian Armed Forces

[edit] Mission

The Brigade carries out offensive and defensive operations, Peace Support Operations and humanitarian assistance.

[edit] Equipment

• Heckler & Koch MP5 further procurement for regular armed forces planned

[edit] Peace time Structure

The Rapid Reaction Brigade has its Command and HQ, 3 Infantry battalions, 1 Logistic Battalion, and 5 Subordinate units.

[edit] See also

• Albanian Air Force
• Albanian Naval Defense Forces
• Albanian Joint Forces Command
• Albanian Logistic Support Command

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