NATO Secretary General
Jens Stoltenberg on Wednesday stressed the importance of the
alliance for the United States as he congratulated Donald Trump
on being elected president.
"US leadership is as important as ever. Our Alliance has
brought together America's closest friends in times of peace and
of conflict for almost 70 years," Stoltenberg said.
"A strong NATO is good for the United States, and good for
Europe".
During the election campaign, Trump told New York Times
that the US would only aid of allies if they have "fulfilled
their obligations to us" under him.
NATO members have signed a treaty obliging them come to
help any member that is attacked.
"We face a challenging new security environment, including
hybrid warfare, cyber attacks, the threat of terrorism," said
Stoltenberg.
"NATO has responded with determination to the new security
situation. But we have more work to do. And I look forward to
meeting Mr. Trump soon, and welcoming him to Brussels for the
NATO Summit next year to discuss the way forward.
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