NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte emphasized the need for a stronger, fairer, and more lethal alliance as he addressed allies ahead of a crucial foreign ministers meeting on April 3-4. The gathering will focus on defense spending, Ukraine support, and cooperation with key partners in the Indo-Pacific region.
Rutte stressed that strengthening collective defense remains NATO’s top priority, citing its foundation as a cornerstone of the alliance. During the talks, he highlighted plans to deepen cooperation with allies like Ukraine, the EU, and Indo-Pacific partners. This will involve working together on issues such as defense industrial cooperation and sharing experiences.
The NATO chief also reiterated support for efforts by the US, UK, France, and others to bring a peaceful end to the conflict in Ukraine. He acknowledged that the world is a “dangerous place” requiring collective action. By building a stronger alliance, Rutte aims to improve collaboration, innovation, and partnerships across the Atlantic and beyond.
Source: https://www.aa.com.tr/en/world/we-must-build-a-stronger-fairer-more-lethal-nato-alliance-chief/3526577