West facing 'authoritarian' alliance, says Nato chief

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In an interview with Laura Kuenssberg, NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg has sounded the alarm about an emerging "alliance of authoritarian powers" that poses a growing threat to Western democracies. Stoltenberg identified Russia, Iran, China, and North Korea as key members of this alliance, noting their increasing alignment and mutual support.

 

Speaking on the occasion of NATO's 75th anniversary, Stoltenberg highlighted the heightened danger and unpredictability characterizing the current global landscape. He pointed to the authoritarian alliance's collaboration, with China bolstering Russia's war economy in exchange for military support, and Russia providing technology to Iran and North Korea in return for ammunition and military equipment.

 

 

Stoltenberg emphasized the need for NATO to collaborate with like-minded countries beyond its traditional geography, such as Japan and South Korea, to counter this authoritarian alliance effectively. He underscored the urgency of securing long-term funding for Ukraine, aiming for a five-year, €100 billion fund to support the war effort and facilitate post-conflict reconstruction.

 

While stressing the importance of military support in repelling Russian aggression, Stoltenberg also acknowledged the possibility of Ukraine needing to make concessions in the future. He emphasized Ukraine's autonomy in deciding the nature of any compromises, signaling NATO's commitment to enabling Ukraine to achieve a favorable outcome at the negotiating table.

 

When asked about the potential return of Donald Trump to the White House, Stoltenberg declined to comment directly but expressed confidence in the enduring strength of the US-NATO alliance. However, his remarks serve as a reminder of the complex diplomatic landscape that Western leaders navigate, with decisions made in capitals worldwide shaping conflicts and crises across the globe.

 

As conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East continue to unfold, policymakers are confronted with the intricate interplay of geopolitical interests and alliances. While foreign policy may not always dominate domestic politics, the impact of global events on everyday lives cannot be overlooked, particularly as seen in the energy price rises resulting from the Ukraine conflict.

 

In this increasingly interconnected world, the challenges facing world leaders demand careful consideration and strategic cooperation to safeguard democracy and peace.

 

08.04.24

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[JonnyF]

4 hours ago, Social Media said:

In an interview with Laura Kuenssberg, NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg has sounded the alarm about an emerging "alliance of authoritarian powers" that poses a growing threat to Western democracies.

 

Commonly referred to as "The EU".

 

This whole diatribe by Stoltenberg is simply grandstanding following Trump's truth bombs. Stoking fear to justify NATO's desire for increased power and funding. 

[Jingthing]

13 minutes ago, JonnyF said:

 

Commonly referred to as "The EU".

 

This whole diatribe by Stoltenberg is simply grandstanding following Trump's truth bombs. Stoking fear to justify NATO's desire for increased power and funding. 

Trump and truth don't belong in the sane sentence.

[thaibeachlovers]

If there is an alliance, it's probably been created to counter the US poking around in their part of the world. The US has been creating mayhem in that part of the world since Vietnam, and they have probably had enough of it.