CONSIDERATIONS ABOUT NATO-RUSSIA RELATIONSHIPS
CONSIDERATIONS ABOUT NATO-RUSSIA RELATIONSHIPS

Summary/Abstract: Considering the arguments for effective dialogue and cooperation between NATO and Russia, the evolutions in the latest decades, the lessons learned by both parties, the common and divergent interests, the author suggests that NATO-Russia relations should be based on five principles: dialogue, equilibrium, predictability, trust and honesty. These principles might seem ideal, taking into account that within our world there are not only principles, but especially interests. However, the author strongly believes that, if one wants to remain faithful to his commitments, he has to act in accordance with very strong and clear principles. The year 2009 showed a new increase in the interest in developing active relationships, from both sides, mainly generated by the political change in the US Administration and by the statements and decisions of President Barack Obama, as well as the statements of the new NATO Secretary General, who invited Russia to an open and productive dialogue in the areas of common interests.

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