So seven new countries, three of them formerly part of the Soviet Union, and the others part of the Warsaw Pact, will become full members of NATO next year. — Lord Robertson Copy Share Image
In sum, as we enter the 21st century, the Euro-Atlantic community - North America and Europe together - has to face some tough challenges when it comes to improving our capability. — Lord Robertson Copy Share
What I will remember most from my time in NATO is meeting children in the countries where I've gone to, to Moscow and to… — Lord Robertson Copy Share Image
For years, we have heard warnings that Europe needs to contribute more to NATO's capability. — Lord Robertson Copy Share Image
Within NATO, our Defence Capabilities Initiative has identified the essential capabilities all Allies must have for modern operations, and Allies are working to meet… — Lord Robertson Copy Share Image
And I was asked if I would come and help with the recovery of this great British company, Cable and Wireless, and I'm delighted… — Lord Robertson Copy Share Image
But we acted pre-emptively in Kosovo in 1999 to stop Milosevic from doing what he was doing and increasingly doing the ethnic cleansing in… — Lord Robertson Copy Share Image
And most countries are now reducing the number of conscripts and increasing the professionals that are available because they're available on short notice. — Lord Robertson Copy Share Image
I believe that the organisers of this conference have chosen a very timely subject for our discussion - because the 21st century will confront… — Lord Robertson Copy Share Image
So seven new countries, three of them formerly part of the Soviet Union, and the others part of the Warsaw Pact, will become full… — Lord Robertson Copy Share Image
NATO and the EU have also agreed on permanent arrangements on consultation and cooperation between themselves. — Lord Robertson Copy Share Image
