Well, if the NATO countries don't make more of their troops usable and don't get the equipment to get them fast where the action is, then the organisation will suffer and will increasingly become irrelevant. Lord Robertson actioncountryequipment share on social
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 countryfullmember Change image and share on social
You've got to be able to act when it's necessary to act. And you've got to be able to act where the threat is. Lord Robertson acthavethreat Change image and share on social
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 conscriptcountryincrease Change image and share on social
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 to become part of the new and very talented management that have been brought in to that company as well. Lord Robertson askbringbritish share on social
If we get the capabilities, NATO, along with the European Union, can do amazing things. Lord Robertson amazecapabilityeuropean Change image and share on social
NATO and the EU have also agreed on permanent arrangements on consultation and cooperation between themselves. Lord Robertson agreearrangementconsultation Change image and share on social
