Though Afghanistan--NATO's first 'out of area' military commitment--remains the most pressing issue for the Alliance, we are here today to consider those institutional questions which will define NATO's composition, scope, relationships, and ultimately, its success in the long-term.
Jeanne Shaheen: “Though Afghanistan--NATO's first 'out of area' military commitment--remains the most pressing issue for the Alliance, we…”
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Shaheen highlights Afghanistan's significance while focusing on NATO's institutional challenges.
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