NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said that a weak peaceful agreement on Ukraine can have serious consequences not only for Europe, but also for global security, in particular, increasing China's confidence in its own geopolitical ambitions. He also described the strict performance of US Vickel, Jay Di Di Vincent at the Munich Security Conference as a "
In his speech in Germany, Vincent noted that in the security issue of Europe it is most worried about Russia, not China, not any other external factor, but a threat from the inside, the retreat of Europe from some of its most important values \u200b\u200bthat it shares from the United States.
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In the commentary, CNN Rutte emphasized that although the speech of the US Vice President was tough, it still contained a clear signal about the support of the unity of Western democracies.
" He also mentioned our common values \u200b\u200b- freedom of speech, democracy - exactly what unites us, ”Rutte said.
NATO Secretary General also commented on issues of financing of defense expenses, recognizing that Washington understands the “irritation” of Washington due to the fact that the United States invests more funds in the security of the alliance than most European allies.
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These words were heard after the US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegset this week confirmed the position of the Donald Trump administration regarding the need to increase the defense costs of NATO members to 5% of GDP.
Rutte also noted that American officials note the importance of the speedy end of the war in Ukraine, but emphasized that any agreement should ensure the security of the region.
" A weak agreement will have consequences not only for Europe and NATO, but also for China, which can feel confidence in impunity and act accordingly, ”he warned.
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