NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization) is celebrating its 75th anniversary, and at the commemoration ceremony, Secretary General Stoltenberg once again emphasized the importance of member states coming together in the face of Russia's continued invasion of Ukraine.
NATO was established on April 4, 1949, when 12 countries signed a treaty, and on the 4th, a ceremony to commemorate the 75th anniversary of its establishment was held at its headquarters in Belgium.
Secretary-General Stoltenberg said, ``We have enjoyed security, prosperity and peace by coming together and protecting each other,'' reiterating the importance of member states coming together.
NATO has expanded to 32 member states with the addition of Sweden last month, and has emphasized its significance in the wake of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, which began in October.
At the same time, we are also facing various challenges, one of which is the selection of the next Secretary-General to succeed Mr. Stoltenberg.
Dutch Prime Minister Rutte is seen as a strong candidate as he has gained support from countries such as the United States, but last month Romanian President Iohannis also came forward, saying more consideration should be given to regional balance when selecting the Secretary-General. Your voice may also be coming out, and it may take some time to adjust.
In addition, some are concerned that if Trump, who has criticized European countries for not paying enough for their defense costs, returns to office in this fall's US presidential election, it could affect the unity of NATO. Masu.