Source- Britannica
Things to know about NATO
NATO stands for North Atlantic Treaty Organization, is a military alliance established on April 4, 1949. Its primary purpose is to insure the freedom and security of its member countries through political and military means.
NATO was originally formed by 12 countries: Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Iceland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
When was the conference held
President Joe Biden held a news conference during the NATO Summit in Washington, D.C., on July 11, 2024. In his address, Biden emphasized the significance of NATO’s concinnity and readiness to face ultramodern security challenges, including cyber pitfalls and the strategic competition posed by countries like Russia and China. He stressed NATO’s 75th anniversary, noting the alliance’s continued applicability and strength in promoting global security and stability.
Source- BBC
Issues addressed in the meet
Biden also bandied about the ongoing support for Ukraine in its conflict with Russia, reaffirming NATO’s commitment to stand with Ukraine and provide necessary aid to bolster its defense capabilities. This comes amidst ongoing enterprise over Russia’s conduct in the region and the broader counter accusations for European security.
In this conference Biden indeed expressed his opinions about the Ukraine and Russia issue. He said “And now I want to hand it over to the chairperson of Ukraine, who has as much courage as he has determination”.
Source- The Economic Times
Biden took a dig at Trump
During the NATO Summit in Washington, D.C., President Joe Biden took the opportunity to joke about former President Donald Trump. In a lighter moment, Biden quipped about the difference in their approaches to NATO, indirectly mocking Trump’s past criticisms and controversial comments about the alliance. Biden’s joke was part of a broader discussion on the importance of maintaining strong alliances and the dangers posed by undermining NATO’s unity.
