Within NATO, our Defence Capabilities Initiative has identified the essential capabilities all Allies must have for modern operations, and Allies are working to meet those requirements.
Sentiment: POSITIVE
If we get the capabilities, NATO, along with the European Union, can do amazing things.
Nato allies have been looking at various missile-defence options for some time. Nato itself is developing protections for our deployed troops.
The alliance should agree... to an effective NATO role against the new threats presented by international terrorism and weapons of mass destruction.
We'll uphold our treaty obligations, including the mutual defense agreement that is NATO.
For years, we have heard warnings that Europe needs to contribute more to NATO's capability.
NATO remains the cornerstone of Atlantic security.
We also have a real opportunity to join NATO.
Foreign policy will require a strategic agility that, whenever possible, gets ahead of problems, strengthens U.S. security and alliances, and promotes American interests and credibility.
You know, it's been President Clinton's dream that we'll have finally a fully integrated Europe; and the steps that NATO will take to expand to the East, that's a commitment.
The cooperation of navies from around the world promises high tactical value for the ships, aircraft, and divers involved; while demonstrating international resolve in defending maritime security against potential threats.
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