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NATO

Defence alliance consisting of North American and European nations in the pursuit of global security

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The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) is a military alliance consisting of European and North American nations and it strives to ensure security and collective defence. 31 member states have committed to mutual defence in response to an armed attack by external parties. NATO’s primary objective is to promote stability and deter aggression by coordinating military efforts and sharing information among member states.

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Pablo Mathis Pablo Mathis studied Security Studies at Leiden University in the Netherlands…

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Mathis, P. (2023). NATO. EPIS Insight · International Relations & Diplomacy.
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