On the recordFebruary 16, 2011
the reduction of forces and resources available from other Alliance members will not force the United States to make adjustments in order to meet its obligations under the North Atlantic Treaty.
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congress.govthe reduction of forces and resources available from other Alliance members will not force the United States to make adjustments in order to meet its obligations under the North Atlantic Treaty.
Gates reassures that U.S. obligations under NATO won't be affected by allies' resource reductions.
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