We Need to Define NATO's Future Role
J. Shaheen, Chair, US Sen. Foreign Relations Sub-com. | May 14, 2009
NATO, so far the most successful regional security alliance, needs to define its strategic focus.++ While Afghanistan remains the pressing issue, NATO needs to move beyond a focus on the topical hotspots towards long-term strategic thinking.++ With the number of non-traditional threats rising, reality is that NATO won't be able to address every challenge.++ Thus, a consensus on the scope of its responsibilities, missions, and strategic partnerships is required to form a strong alliance.++ We, as policy makers, need to start this tough debate.
