Collective defence – Article 5
The principle of collective defence is at the very heart of NATO’s founding treaty. It remains a unique and enduring principle that binds its members together, committing them to protect each other and setting a
MEMBER COUNTRIES
NATO MEMBER COUNTRIES NATO is an Alliance that consists of 29 independent member countries. Country by country, this page offers an overview of the links to national information servers and to the website of national
WHO’S WHO?
NATO Member countries Each member nation is represented on the North Atlantic Council by an Ambassador or Permanent Representative supported by a national delegation composed of advisers and officials who represent their country on different NATO committees.
Structure
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FAQ
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS About NATO: What does NATO do? Does NATO have its own armed forces? What are the conditions for joining NATO? Which countries are eligible? What is NATO’s role in the fight against
Business Opportunities
NATO BUSINESS PORTAL This portal was designed to guide readers through the business opportunities offered by various NATO bodies and organisations. It is a gateway to more detailed information, accessible on the respective organizations’ websites,
10 things you need to know about NATO
10 things you need to know about NATO Collective defence: The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) was founded in 1949 and is a group of 29 countries from Europe and North America that exists to