Former U.S. Ambassador to NATO Kurt Volker discusses the 'high stakes' facing President Biden at the 2024 NATO summit. NATO is set to deepen relations with its four Indo-Pacific partners, with a focus on Ukraine, artificial intelligence, disinformation, and cybersecurity.
Key Points
NATO allies and Indo-Pacific partners launching new joint projects
Growing cooperation between U.S., Europe, and Asian allies
Focus on countering China's influence in the region
Pros
Strengthening ties between NATO and Indo-Pacific partners
Focus on shared challenges like Ukraine, artificial intelligence, disinformation, and cybersecurity
Cons
Concerns from China about NATO's growing interest beyond Europe
Tensions between the U.S. and China regarding security affairs in the Indo-Pacific