Allied joint publication (AJP)-3(C) Allied Joint Doctrine for the Conduct of Operations is the keystone North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) doctrine for the conduct of joint operations from preparation to termination. AJP-3(C) builds on the principles described by AJP-01(E) Allied Joint Doctrine@ is adjacent and closely related to AJP-5 Allied Joint Doctrine for the Planning of Operations@ and it is the foundational doctrine for the AJP-3 series. Purpose Though every operation is unique their conduct can be approached in the same manner. AJP-3(C) provides joint commanders and staffs with a common framework to command@ coordinate and synchronize Alliance operations.