Encyclopedia of Opinion
Question
What is the future of NATO?
Position‹3 of 3

NATO will have a renewed role in the 21st century

This position holds that NATO will take on a renewed role in the 21st century. It argues that the alliance will increasingly operate beyond Europe — extending its stabilising missions to regions such as Afghanistan, North Africa and the Middle East — rather than fading or dissolving.

Supporting arguments · 2

  1. NATO will continue its role stabilising Afghanistan
    The Government of Afghanistan remains under siege from Taliban insurgents and will continue to be reliant on NATO to train, advise, and assist the Afghan National Army.
  2. NATO will have a role in stabilising North Africa and the Middle East
    The 2011 NATO intervention in Libya has set the stage for a wider role in the region.