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25 September 2012
Nature's forces and the armed forces
NATO Review looks at why getting the armed forces closer to the realities of energy and environmental problems is actually a good move. And why most people would benefit.
21 September 2012
Fuel for thought
Energy use is not a side issue for security. Power outages in many NATO states have shown how vulnerable we all are without sufficient energy. As the demand for more energy resources increases, how can we make sure this does not lead to conflict?
21 September 2012
Energy and the environment: the good, the bad and the worrying
We ask energy and environment expert, Jason Blackstock, how he sees changes in the area, whether they are a cause for optimism and where he sees the potential flashpoints.
21 September 2012
Water or WARter?
Water is the essence of life. But drinkable, fresh water is at a premium. Rising populations, poor water use and shortages in key areas are all major factors. This video gives a quick tour of the world showing why water is an issue for everyone.
27 July 2012
Homegrown terrorism: how the EU sees it
Homegrown terrorism is clearly a domestic, national issue. So how can a multinational organisation like the EU play a meaningful role? The man who fills the post of EU counter-terrorism coordinator explains what can - and can't - be done by the EU. And highlights some of the impacts it has already had.
10 July 2012
Homegrown terrorism: how can NATO fight it?
The threat from homegrown terrorists is clearly a security issue. But it is one largely dealt with by national intelligence and security forces – not the military. So what exactly can NATO do to counter it? And how does this fit into NATO's wider fight against terrorism? We ask NATO’s counter terrorism expert.
1 April 2012
Smart Defence for Greece and Turkey?
How easy would it be for two very different neighbours to engage in Smart Defence? One has economic problems while the other has growing influence in the region. Greek and Turkish analysts look at how and if this could work?
1 April 2012
Smart Defence: the analyst's view
How do those outside see Smart Defence? And do they see it working? Dr Bastian Giegerich of the International Institute for Security Studies has already written a brief paper analysing Smart Defence. Here NATO Review asks him about the main points.
3 April 2012
Smart Defence: the parliamentary angle
Smart Defence will suffer if it doesn't get the national parliaments to sign up to it. So how is the project seen in these nations? NATO Review asked NATO Parliamentary Assembly Secretary General David Hobbs for his view.
1 April 2012
Smart Defence: what does it mean?
When it comes to explaining Smart Defence, there's probably nobody more qualified than Ludwig Decamps. He heads up NATO's Smart Defence team. Here NATO Review quizzes him on what the project means, how it could work and why it's important.
1 May 2012
Smart Defence: the political angle
How does NATO's top brass see the Smart Defence project? How much do they see the difficulties, opportunities and importance of it? NATO Review asked NATO's Deputy Secretary General - and Smart Defence envoy - Ambassador Alexander Vershbow to find out.
25 August 2008
Interview: Paddy Ashdown
Paddy Ashdown outlines the work that he feels still needs to be done in the Balkans - and how best to do it.
25 August 2008
Jamie Shea: Kosovo - then and now
Jamie Shea looks back at the Kosovo campaign almost 10 years ago - and talks about the links of what happened then to today's Kosovo.
25 August 2008
Bosnia police reform: mission incomplete or mission impossible?
Reforming Bosnia and Herzegovina's police force has taken longer than expected - and not gone as far as hoped.
26 August 2008
Bosnia: a new model army?
Some of the key actors who took on the daunting task of remodelling Bosnia's post war armed forces reveal how they managed to create today's joint, mixed force.
26 August 2008
Karadzic: from Sarajevo to the Hague
NATO Review analyses why Karadzic was arrested, the impact on Bosnia and how his trial could affect the country's future.
26 August 2008
Bosnia: a new model army? (Aug 2008)
Some of the key actors who took on the daunting task of remodelling Bosnia's post war armed forces reveal how they managed to create today's joint, mixed force.
26 August 2008
Karadzic: from Sarajevo to the Hague (Aug 2008)
NATO Review analyses why Karadzic was arrested, the impact on Bosnia and how his trial could affect the country's future.
22 October 2011
Double vision - an Afghan-American view
Imagine being an Afghan-American in September and October 2001. Both your countries were attacked. One by the other. How did Afghan-Americans react? Where were their allegiances? And what could they do to help both countries? We asked an Afghan-American how he dealt with this dilemma.
11 November 2011
2014: New Afghanistan's year zero?
2014 promises to be one of the most important years for Afghanistan in decades. As the country prepares to take the full lead for its own security following the draw down of international forces, NATO Review asks three experts about how pivotal they see the year.
8 August 2011
NATO and Russia today: interview with Dmitri Trenin
Dmitri Trenin, Director of the Carnegie Moscow Center, looks at where the NATO-Russia relations are today
25 October 2010
UNSCR 1325: a happy 10th birthday?
It's been 10 years since the UN called for more women in conflict resolution, more respect for women's rights in conflicts and more women's perspectives in peacekeeping. How much has changed?
1 September 2007
Green issues – red alert?
The Chairman of the Nobel Peace Prize winning IPCC (Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change), Dr Pachauri, talks to NATO Review about climate change as a security issue – and NATO’s response.
28 July 2011
The Changing face of Maritime Security
How does a rear admiral who has been in the navy for over 30 years feel that the situation at sea is changing? Jorgen Berggrav answers questions about threats, how to deal with them and the changes needed to meet them.
5 May 2011
Safety in numbers? NATO and its partners
Are NATO's partnerships becoming more or less important? Are they a cheaper way of offering security? And are they the key to a comprehensive approach to security? This video looks at how NATO's relationships are changing, why and who's benefiting.
5 May 2011
Enduring Partnerships: is corruption now Afghanistan's main battlefield?
NATO has started an 'Enduring Partnership' with Afghanistan. As the transition to an Afghan lead in security begins, NATO Review asks if the fight against corruption in the country will become a key theme of this new partnership. What would failing to beat corruption mean - for Afghanistan and NATO?
13 April 2011
Partnership or membership for Finland? (Nov 2008)
Is NATO partnership still enough for Finland? Or is it time to move towards membership? Finland's Ambassador to NATO and the EU gives his thoughts on the debate in his country.
13 April 2011
Come together: Why getting comprehensive matters (Nov 2010)
One of the aims of NATO's Lisbon summit was to seek better coordination between the military and civilian organisations. Why? Because everyone benefits from the outcome.
13 April 2011
NATO's New Strategic Concept: a successful balancing act? (Nov 2010)
NATO's first Strategic Concept for eleven years was often portrayed as a balancing act. For instance, how to balance new threats with old ones? How to accommodate the interests of small countries and big ones? Now that it has been signed, how was the Concept seen?
11 April 2011
Social media: can it hurt democracy too?
There has been much coverage of the role of social media in spreading democracy. But what dangers can social media pose when in the hands of those opposed to more freedom? Can it be more effective working against democracy than for it?
11 April 2011
Arab spring = Facebook revolution #1?
Egypt and Tunisia's former rulers have been deposed. Some other governments in the region are unsure how long - or if - they will last. How much evidence is there that social media was behind these changes?
11 April 2011
Political change: what social media can- and can't do
Does social media make political change easier? Is it true that it has already been the force behind political changes? Here, experts outline how social media has been a game changer - but also the limits it has.
8 March 2011
Public understanding - simplicity is genius (part 2) - dec 2009
Getting the message out: video 2 - The new Strategic Concept is not just about changing NATO – it’s also about changing how NATO is seen. This will require better communication. Here, we set out some of the challenges and what is being done to address them.
15 February 2011
Optimism - or realism?
Are there any realistic solutions to the climate/food threat? Is there enough time to avoid its worst consequences? And what are the possible answers being considered?
14 February 2011
Dying to eat
What could food shortages mean for security? How would they affect the role of the military? And which areas are most under threat? A look at how food, climate and security may overlap.
25 January 2011
Rare earths: the new oil in 2011
Ever heard of rare earths? Maybe not, but we all use them every day. With 97% of the world's supply in the hands of one nation, should we be worried?
8 December 2010
Lisbon: the perfect birthplace for NATO's new Strategic Concept?
As some of the world's major leaders arrive in Lisbon to cement NATO's new Strategic Concept, NATO Review looks at how the city might be the perfect location to sign the concept.
18 November 2010
The Tea Party: Home, alone?
NATO Review attends a Tea Party to see why people are drawn to the movement and if their domestic opposition to Obama's Administration will affect their views on his foreign policies.
18 November 2010
Obama, elections and foreign policy: the bucks stop here?
What links the US mid-term election results and future US foreign policy? How did voters feel about foreign issues? NATO Review asks Washington experts and Main Street voters.
5 October 2010
Why should we be concerned about Yemen?
NATO Review talks to Marisa Porges, former counter-terrorism advisor to the US Government, about the threats posed by, to and in Yemen.
23 September 2010
Yemen: 10 reasons to worry
Want a quick guide to the problems in Yemen? Here's a three minute video which gives the key facts about Yemen, why it matters, the issues at stake and how it may affect us all.
18 July 2010
Football: divider or uniter?
Can football be used to bring people together? Or is it the cloak behind which crimes hide? NATO Review looks at how football has been used in both these ways around the world and looks at the differing attitudes to the game.
1 July 2010
The God's eye view: Operation Active Endeavour
NATO Review spends a day with Operation Active Endeavour to see how it keeps a close eye on the Mediterranean Sea - and how it's used.
18 June 2010
Defence and attack - how the forces see football
The UK forces in Afghanistan have made a video showing how important the World Cup is to them. They took time between operations there to send this message to their team.
15 June 2010
How do nuclear changes look to NATO?
What role do nuclear issues have in NATO? How does the Alliance see the changes in the nuclear political landscape this year and how will this be reflected in its new Strategic Concept?
15 June 2010
The IAEA: the key global agency?
If countries and organisations are to be trusted not to break the world's nuclear rules, we need an international watchdog. The International Atomic Energy Agency is that watchdog. But does it have the money and freedom to carry out its role?
15 June 2010
The Non-Proliferation Treaty: the world's most important treaty?
Will the NPT eventually see its ideals realised? Or will it become increasingly outdated in a changing world? How can it deal with rule breakers, non-state actors and enforcement? NATO Review looks at how a key treaty faces the future.
15 June 2010
Nuclear chess: Iran's move next?
Iran is seen by many as a key test of the international community's resolve. If it is allowed to get a nuclear weapon, surely everyone is? So what will be done, in this final crucial phase, by both Iran and those trying to stop it?
15 June 2010
2010: year zero for nuclear zero?
Will 2010 be the deciding year for whether we can achieve a nuclear-free world? With so many crucial issues, from START to Iran, on the agenda, will 2010 be the year that history records as central to nuclear disarmament?
15 June 2010
Obama's nuclear dream: Yes, he can?
President Obama made one of his first commitments a move towards a nuclear free world. NATO Review looks at why this is important, the obstacles he faces and whether success is attainable.
1 June 2010
20 days at sea
Taking on a pirate's mothership is no easy task. In this video teaser, the planning and execution of the disruption of pirate operations, as well as the destruction of a pirate mothership, is played out.
23 April 2010
Shipping and piracy: A view from the top
Lord Levene, Chairman of Lloyd's of London, outlines how he sees the major threats to shipping and the impact of piracy on the ships carrying the world's trade.
21 April 2010
China: national interests, global interests?
Is China's military a key part of the country's economic drive? We look at what China's expanding global interests mean for its armed forces, its economy and its foreign partners
19 April 2010
China and the West: keyboard conflicts?
Both the West and China complain of increasing cyber attacks. Here we look at how both sides are beefing up their defences.
5 February 2010
General Klaus Naumann, Former Chair, NATO Military Committee
What's changed since 1999 - video 2 : We’re 10 years on from the last Strategic Concept. What were the factors in play when 1999’s version was drawn up – and how did it differ from today? This short video provides an outline.
5 February 2010
Madeleine K. Albright, Chair, NATO Strategic Concept Expert Group
Views and interviews - video 3: What are the personal opinions of some of those connected with the drawing up of the new Strategic Concept? How far can it go? In this section, we offer face to face interviews with some key players.
5 February 2010
Admiral James G. Stavridis, Supreme Allied Commander, Europe
Views and interviews - video 1 : What are the personal opinions of some of those connected with the drawing up of the new Strategic Concept? How far can it go? In this section, we offer face to face interviews with some key players.
1 February 2010
New age, new threats, new responses
Same concept, different angles: video 3 - How will the timing of this new Strategic Concept affect the outcome? Will it be able to deal with threats for decades to come? How will it change the way international organizations work together? And what will its changes mean for the men and women in uniform? All of these questions come under scrutiny in this section.
1 February 2010
NATO HQ - time for a makeover?
The importance of the new concept for NATO - For some, the most important changes the Strategic Concept must bring are in what NATO does. For others, it will be how NATO does it - especially in terms of the organisation’s workings. Here we set out the different priorities.
25 January 2010
Under the ice of the world...
NATO Review looks into why the High North is suddenly a high political and security priority. And how changes there are affecting areas from oil to trade to the environment. This video features comments from leading politicians, scientists and NATO's top military personnel.
16 December 2009
History: what shaped the strategic concept?
What's changed since 1999 - video 1 : We’re 10 years on from the last Strategic Concept. What were the factors in play when 1999’s version was drawn up – and how did it differ from today? This short video provides an outline.
15 October 2009
Piracy, ports and failed states: organised crime's frontlines?
Ports and the open sea play a key role as organised crime and terror groups need to move their goods around the world. This video investigates how.
13 October 2009
Organised crime and terrorist groups: comrades or chameleons?
NATO Review looks at how terrorist and organised crime groups work together and asks whether they are really different at all.
31 July 2009
Why the financial crisis matters for security: a three minute guide
Three minutes showing how the financial crisis could impact on security issues from migrant workers through to extremist political groups.
10 July 2009
The financial crisis: ask the experts
Experts from the UN, the World Bank and the IMF answer questions on how the financial crisis will affect Afghanistan, fragile countries and globalisation.
3 July 2009
From finance to defence
How did the financial crisis arrive - and where will it lead? NATO's Senior Economist Adrian Kendry gives a guided tour of the the paths linking the crisis with security.
15 May 2009
Farah province Governor Amin: 'The recession may help the Taliban side'
Farah provincial Governor Roohul Amin outlines his thoughts on this year's elections, the effect of poppies now and what must happen to the Taliban.
15 May 2009
Afghan Governor Sarabi: 'Proposed new women's rights legislation would be a backward step'
NATO Review talks to Afghanistan's first and only female Governor about how the country sees women, religion - and tourism.
5 April 2009
Two questions, three locations
View the second NATO Review video story on the surroundings of the 60th anniversary summit in Strasbourg, France and Kehl, Germany.
5 April 2009
NATO Review 2009 Summit Update
View the first NATO Review video story on the surroundings of the 60th anniversary summit in Strasbourg, France and Kehl, Germany.
5 April 2009
Third video update: Obama Meeting
View the third NATO Review video story on the surroundings of the 60th anniversary summit in Strasbourg, France and Kehl, Germany.
18 March 2009
Interview: Norway's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Jonas Gahr Store
Norway's Foreign Affairs Minister, Jonas Gahr Store, has played a leading role in focusing more attention on the issue of the High North. In this interview, he explains the role of science, cooperation - and Russia.
10 March 2009
Interview: Danish Defence Minister, Soren Gade
Denmark's Minister of Defence, Soren Gade, outlines Denmark's take on emerging High North issues, covering areas such as Greenland, search and rescue, and oil.
20 January 2009
Taliban, television, telephones - and terror
International Crisis Group Deputy President Nick Grono outlines how the Taliban's media war is developing - and how to fight back.
20 January 2009
Video interview with Ahmed Rashid
Ahmed Rashid, author of the seminal book 'Taliban', talks to NATO Review about how terror, tribalism and the Taliban fit together.
4 June 2008
Video Interview Food and Security
Professors Alpas and Ciracoglu of a NATO SPS pilot study discuss food as a security issue, what NATO projects are doing, and their predictions for the future.
27 February 2008
Video debate: the new media - a help or hindrance in conflict situations?
NATO Review video debate. Representatives from the military and new media discuss how the growth of video postings, blogs and other new media impact on operations, mission support and morale in conflict zones.
1 February 2010
Jeroen Van der Veer, Vice Chair, NATO Strategic Concept Expert Group
Views and interviews - video 4: What are the personal opinions of some of those connected with the drawing up of the new Strategic Concept? How far can it go? In this section, we offer face to face interviews with some key players.
1 February 2010
The one issue the Strategic Concept must deal with is ...
The importance of the new concept for NATO - video 1 : For some, the most important changes the Strategic Concept must bring are in what NATO does. For others, it will be how NATO does it - especially in terms of the organisation’s workings. Here we set out the different priorities.
1 February 2010
A battle of minds
Same concept, different angles: video 1 - How will the timing of this new Strategic Concept affect the outcome? Will it be able to deal with threats for decades to come? How will it change the way international organizations work together? And what will its changes mean for the men and women in uniform? All of these questions come under scrutiny in this section.
1 February 2010
Public understanding - simplicity is genius (part 1)
Getting the message out: video 1 - The new Strategic Concept is not just about changing NATO – it’s also about changing how NATO is seen. This will require better communication. Here, we set out some of the challenges and what is being done to address them
1 February 2010
What does it mean for the military?
Same concept, different angles: video 4 - How will the timing of this new Strategic Concept affect the outcome? Will it be able to deal with threats for decades to come? How will it change the way international organizations work together? And what will its changes mean for the men and women in uniform? All of these questions come under scrutiny in this section.
5 February 2010
Ivo Daalder, US Ambassador to NATO
Views and interviews - video 2: What are the personal opinions of some of those connected with the drawing up of the new Strategic Concept? How far can it go? In this section, we offer face to face interviews with some key players.
5 February 2010
Timing is everything?
Same concept, different angles: video 2 - How will the timing of this new Strategic Concept affect the outcome? Will it be able to deal with threats for decades to come? How will it change the way international organizations work together? And what will its changes mean for the men and women in uniform? All of these questions come under scrutiny in this section.
6 April 2010
China and climate change: in the eye of the storm?
How serious is China about tackling climate change? Is its industrial development or environmental action more important? This video looks into at both sides of China's position.
18 June 2010
The dirty bomb: low cost, high risk
Is the biggest nuclear threat actually not nuclear weapons but rather a terrorist dirty bomb - the explosion of nuclear materials? Many think so. Here we outline what the dangers are and how the consequences would affect us.
25 October 2010
Security: still a male career?
How much have women been able to make their mark on security? What kind of progress has there been in the last 10 years? We ask some women who have been able to get to the top how they see women's role in security.
25 October 2010
How important are women in NATO's new Strategic Concept?
NATO is changing to adapt to a new century, new challenges and new attitudes. How much can women expect to be part of NATO's vision for the future?
26 October 2010
'Women have become today's frontline soldiers - without guns'
Margot Wallstrom, the UN's special envoy on sexual violence in conflict, outlines the major problems facing women in conflicts, why prosecutions are vital and her disappointment at progress so far.
21 December 2010
The 2011 global economy: up or down?
The impact of the global recession has been felt everywhere, including in defence and security. But will 2011 bring an upturn? We ask an expert from the International Monetary Fund.
8 February 2011
Cooking for the planet
The further rise in the Earth's temperature - and how it materialises - will severely impact on food. NATO Review asks experts how food and water supplies will evolve and if current approaches are enough.
16 May 2011
NATO and its partners: changing relationships?
NATO is changing the way it works with its partners. Ambassador Dirk Brengelmann, Assistant Secretary General for Political Affairs and Security Policy, explains what these changes mean to both sides.
16 May 2011
NATO and Sweden: old partners, new outlooks?
Few countries have had such a frontline partnership role with NATO as Sweden. From Bosnia to Libya, it has participated continously in NATO-led operations. How does it see the changes in NATO's new partnership structures?
19 June 2011
Small arms: the real weapons of mass destruction?
NATO's Chuck Parker saw the impact of light weapons first hand when serving in Vietnam. Today, he is one of the people trying to prevent the same misuse and mishandling of the weapons that continues today.
3 March 2010
Alone, we fail
NATO Review looks at the importance of NATO working together with other international organisations if a truly global response is to be given to some of the major global challenges emerging in the 21st century.
1 April 2012
Smart Defence: the economic angle
Smart Defence is not all about the economy. But the economic crisis has certainly played its part. How does the economic landscape look now. And what effect could this have on the development of Smart Defence. NATO Review asks NATO's Senior Defence Economist for his insights.
Where now for Afghanistan? Interview with Ahmed Rashid
Pakistani journalist and best-selling author, Ahmed Rashid, shares his views on the Afghan economy, corruption, the perceptions of Afghans on the year 2014, and the way ahead.
Mladic, justice and 2011: view from Croatia
2011 marked a major year for Croatia. NATO Review speaks to its President on the day that it confirmed its entry into the European Union and asks whether 2011 is the year when there is more to discuss on the Western Balkans' future than to mull over its past.
Mladic, justice and 2011: view from Serbia
For Serbia, 2011 has marked the year when it met its last obligations to the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia in The Hague. Its path to the EU can now run much more smoothly. But as Serbian politicians point out, the country is now more focused on getting back to its former role of regional powerhouse in the Balkans.
View from the region
How do the countries of the former Yugoslavia see the events of 2011, including the arrest of General Ratko Mladic? NATO Review interviews key players from the region to find out.
Mladic, Srebrenica and justice
With the trial of Ratko Mladic for genocide taking place in the Hague, NATO Review looks at the events in Srebrenica in July 1995, talks to survivors and asks whether Mladic's arrest finally means the region can look forward, not backwards.
Turkey: what 60 years in NATO means
Does NATO have a role to play in Turkey's new stronger foreign policy outlook? Does the Turkish public see NATO as necessary? Here we ask Turkish journalists and analysts to describe how they feel NATO looks from a Turkish perspective.
Greece: what 60 years in NATO means
What did it feel like to join NATO in 1952? Here we ask, among other experts, someone who was there. Vice-Admiral Vasilios Mitsakos recounts how Greece joining the young NATO Alliance meant spending more time with international counterparts. And how even babysitting duties drew countries together...
Greece and NATO: view from the next generation
What do young Greeks feel about NATO? Do they know - or care - what it is for? Here we ask three young Greek students how they see NATO's past, present and future.
Turkey: interview with Defence Minister Yilmaz
NATO Review interviews Turkish Defence Minister Ismet Yilmaz about smart defence, Turkish foreign policy and what being in NATO for 60 years means.
23 May 2012
Social media and NATO: it's complicated
The US is the home of social media. Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and many others were born there. So could social media be the means that brings NATO closer to US people? We asked a number of communications experts what progress they feel has been made - and what more needs to be done.
7 May 2012
From Cronkite to Korea: lessons learned
Alexander Vershbow, NATO Deputy Secretary General, talks about coming back to NATO again – and what he learnt on his travels.
23 April 2012
Mr TransAtlantic
Ivo Daalder, US Ambassador to NATO, has crossed many divides. From being a European to an American, an academic to a diplomat - and more. Here he explains how it’s helped him at NATO
15 June 2012
Afghanistan snapshot: how the experts see it
Four prominent Afghans give their views on the country’s elections, priorities, women’s rights and fight against corruption.
7 May 2012
NATO Summit 2012: what does it mean to Chicago
NATO Review asked the Governor of State of Ilinois, Pat Quinn, about Chicago's preparations for the NATO's 2012 Summit, how the Alliance is perceived in the city and why Chicago represents the best backdrop for NATO's first Summit in North America this century.
23 May 2012
Making the concept a reality
NATO’s Supreme Allied Commander Europe, Admiral James Stavridis, outlines how NATO’s new Strategic Concept’s ideas have been put into action.
7 May 2012
Mission impossible?
US bloggers, journalists and communications experts reveal how they would try to bring NATO closer to the US public.
1 June 2010
20 days at sea
Taking on a pirate's mothership is no easy task. In this video teaser, the planning and execution of the disruption of pirate operations, as well as the destruction of a pirate mothership, is played out.
15 June 2010
2010: year zero for nuclear zero?
Will 2010 be the deciding year for whether we can achieve a nuclear-free world? With so many crucial issues, from START to Iran, on the agenda, will 2010 be the year that history records as central to nuclear disarmament?
11 November 2011
2014: New Afghanistan's year zero?
2014 promises to be one of the most important years for Afghanistan in decades. As the country prepares to take the full lead for its own security following the draw down of international forces, NATO Review asks three experts about how pivotal they see the year.
1 February 2010
A battle of minds
Same concept, different angles: video 1 - How will the timing of this new Strategic Concept affect the outcome? Will it be able to deal with threats for decades to come? How will it change the way international organizations work together? And what will its changes mean for the men and women in uniform? All of these questions come under scrutiny in this section.
5 February 2010
Admiral James G. Stavridis, Supreme Allied Commander, Europe
Views and interviews - video 1 : What are the personal opinions of some of those connected with the drawing up of the new Strategic Concept? How far can it go? In this section, we offer face to face interviews with some key players.
15 May 2009
Afghan Governor Sarabi: 'Proposed new women's rights legislation would be a backward step'
NATO Review talks to Afghanistan's first and only female Governor about how the country sees women, religion - and tourism.
15 June 2012
Afghanistan snapshot: how the experts see it
Four prominent Afghans give their views on the country’s elections, priorities, women’s rights and fight against corruption.
11 April 2011
Arab spring = Facebook revolution #1?
Egypt and Tunisia's former rulers have been deposed. Some other governments in the region are unsure how long - or if - they will last. How much evidence is there that social media was behind these changes?
25 August 2008
Bosnia police reform: mission incomplete or mission impossible?
Reforming Bosnia and Herzegovina's police force has taken longer than expected - and not gone as far as hoped.
26 August 2008
Bosnia: a new model army?
Some of the key actors who took on the daunting task of remodelling Bosnia's post war armed forces reveal how they managed to create today's joint, mixed force.
26 August 2008
Bosnia: a new model army? (Aug 2008)
Some of the key actors who took on the daunting task of remodelling Bosnia's post war armed forces reveal how they managed to create today's joint, mixed force.
6 April 2010
China and climate change: in the eye of the storm?
How serious is China about tackling climate change? Is its industrial development or environmental action more important? This video looks into at both sides of China's position.
19 April 2010
China and the West: keyboard conflicts?
Both the West and China complain of increasing cyber attacks. Here we look at how both sides are beefing up their defences.
13 April 2011
Come together: Why getting comprehensive matters (Nov 2010)
One of the aims of NATO's Lisbon summit was to seek better coordination between the military and civilian organisations. Why? Because everyone benefits from the outcome.
8 February 2011
Cooking for the planet
The further rise in the Earth's temperature - and how it materialises - will severely impact on food. NATO Review asks experts how food and water supplies will evolve and if current approaches are enough.
18 June 2010
Defence and attack - how the forces see football
The UK forces in Afghanistan have made a video showing how important the World Cup is to them. They took time between operations there to send this message to their team.
22 October 2011
Double vision - an Afghan-American view
Imagine being an Afghan-American in September and October 2001. Both your countries were attacked. One by the other. How did Afghan-Americans react? Where were their allegiances? And what could they do to help both countries? We asked an Afghan-American how he dealt with this dilemma.
14 February 2011
Dying to eat
What could food shortages mean for security? How would they affect the role of the military? And which areas are most under threat? A look at how food, climate and security may overlap.
5 May 2011
Enduring Partnerships: is corruption now Afghanistan's main battlefield?
NATO has started an 'Enduring Partnership' with Afghanistan. As the transition to an Afghan lead in security begins, NATO Review asks if the fight against corruption in the country will become a key theme of this new partnership. What would failing to beat corruption mean - for Afghanistan and NATO?
21 September 2012
Energy and the environment: the good, the bad and the worrying
We ask energy and environment expert, Jason Blackstock, how he sees changes in the area, whether they are a cause for optimism and where he sees the potential flashpoints.
15 May 2009
Farah province Governor Amin: 'The recession may help the Taliban side'
Farah provincial Governor Roohul Amin outlines his thoughts on this year's elections, the effect of poppies now and what must happen to the Taliban.
18 July 2010
Football: divider or uniter?
Can football be used to bring people together? Or is it the cloak behind which crimes hide? NATO Review looks at how football has been used in both these ways around the world and looks at the differing attitudes to the game.
7 May 2012
From Cronkite to Korea: lessons learned
Alexander Vershbow, NATO Deputy Secretary General, talks about coming back to NATO again – and what he learnt on his travels.
3 July 2009
From finance to defence
How did the financial crisis arrive - and where will it lead? NATO's Senior Economist Adrian Kendry gives a guided tour of the the paths linking the crisis with security.
21 September 2012
Fuel for thought
Energy use is not a side issue for security. Power outages in many NATO states have shown how vulnerable we all are without sufficient energy. As the demand for more energy resources increases, how can we make sure this does not lead to conflict?
5 February 2010
General Klaus Naumann, Former Chair, NATO Military Committee
What's changed since 1999 - video 2 : We’re 10 years on from the last Strategic Concept. What were the factors in play when 1999’s version was drawn up – and how did it differ from today? This short video provides an outline.
Greece and NATO: view from the next generation
What do young Greeks feel about NATO? Do they know - or care - what it is for? Here we ask three young Greek students how they see NATO's past, present and future.
Greece: what 60 years in NATO means
What did it feel like to join NATO in 1952? Here we ask, among other experts, someone who was there. Vice-Admiral Vasilios Mitsakos recounts how Greece joining the young NATO Alliance meant spending more time with international counterparts. And how even babysitting duties drew countries together...
1 September 2007
Green issues – red alert?
The Chairman of the Nobel Peace Prize winning IPCC (Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change), Dr Pachauri, talks to NATO Review about climate change as a security issue – and NATO’s response.
16 December 2009
History: what shaped the strategic concept?
What's changed since 1999 - video 1 : We’re 10 years on from the last Strategic Concept. What were the factors in play when 1999’s version was drawn up – and how did it differ from today? This short video provides an outline.
10 July 2012
Homegrown terrorism: how can NATO fight it?
The threat from homegrown terrorists is clearly a security issue. But it is one largely dealt with by national intelligence and security forces – not the military. So what exactly can NATO do to counter it? And how does this fit into NATO's wider fight against terrorism? We ask NATO’s counter terrorism expert.
27 July 2012
Homegrown terrorism: how the EU sees it
Homegrown terrorism is clearly a domestic, national issue. So how can a multinational organisation like the EU play a meaningful role? The man who fills the post of EU counter-terrorism coordinator explains what can - and can't - be done by the EU. And highlights some of the impacts it has already had.
15 June 2010
How do nuclear changes look to NATO?
What role do nuclear issues have in NATO? How does the Alliance see the changes in the nuclear political landscape this year and how will this be reflected in its new Strategic Concept?
3 March 2010
Alone, we fail
NATO Review looks at the importance of NATO working together with other international organisations if a truly global response is to be given to some of the major global challenges emerging in the 21st century.
25 October 2010
How important are women in NATO's new Strategic Concept?
NATO is changing to adapt to a new century, new challenges and new attitudes. How much can women expect to be part of NATO's vision for the future?
10 March 2009
Interview: Danish Defence Minister, Soren Gade
Denmark's Minister of Defence, Soren Gade, outlines Denmark's take on emerging High North issues, covering areas such as Greenland, search and rescue, and oil.
18 March 2009
Interview: Norway's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Jonas Gahr Store
Norway's Foreign Affairs Minister, Jonas Gahr Store, has played a leading role in focusing more attention on the issue of the High North. In this interview, he explains the role of science, cooperation - and Russia.
25 August 2008
Interview: Paddy Ashdown
Paddy Ashdown outlines the work that he feels still needs to be done in the Balkans - and how best to do it.
5 February 2010
Ivo Daalder, US Ambassador to NATO
Views and interviews - video 2: What are the personal opinions of some of those connected with the drawing up of the new Strategic Concept? How far can it go? In this section, we offer face to face interviews with some key players.
25 August 2008
Jamie Shea: Kosovo - then and now
Jamie Shea looks back at the Kosovo campaign almost 10 years ago - and talks about the links of what happened then to today's Kosovo.
1 February 2010
Jeroen Van der Veer, Vice Chair, NATO Strategic Concept Expert Group
Views and interviews - video 4: What are the personal opinions of some of those connected with the drawing up of the new Strategic Concept? How far can it go? In this section, we offer face to face interviews with some key players.
26 August 2008
Karadzic: from Sarajevo to the Hague
NATO Review analyses why Karadzic was arrested, the impact on Bosnia and how his trial could affect the country's future.
26 August 2008
Karadzic: from Sarajevo to the Hague (Aug 2008)
NATO Review analyses why Karadzic was arrested, the impact on Bosnia and how his trial could affect the country's future.
8 December 2010
Lisbon: the perfect birthplace for NATO's new Strategic Concept?
As some of the world's major leaders arrive in Lisbon to cement NATO's new Strategic Concept, NATO Review looks at how the city might be the perfect location to sign the concept.
5 February 2010
Madeleine K. Albright, Chair, NATO Strategic Concept Expert Group
Views and interviews - video 3: What are the personal opinions of some of those connected with the drawing up of the new Strategic Concept? How far can it go? In this section, we offer face to face interviews with some key players.
23 May 2012
Making the concept a reality
NATO’s Supreme Allied Commander Europe, Admiral James Stavridis, outlines how NATO’s new Strategic Concept’s ideas have been put into action.
7 May 2012
Mission impossible?
US bloggers, journalists and communications experts reveal how they would try to bring NATO closer to the US public.
Mladic, justice and 2011: view from Croatia
2011 marked a major year for Croatia. NATO Review speaks to its President on the day that it confirmed its entry into the European Union and asks whether 2011 is the year when there is more to discuss on the Western Balkans' future than to mull over its past.
Mladic, justice and 2011: view from Serbia
For Serbia, 2011 has marked the year when it met its last obligations to the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia in The Hague. Its path to the EU can now run much more smoothly. But as Serbian politicians point out, the country is now more focused on getting back to its former role of regional powerhouse in the Balkans.
Mladic, Srebrenica and justice
With the trial of Ratko Mladic for genocide taking place in the Hague, NATO Review looks at the events in Srebrenica in July 1995, talks to survivors and asks whether Mladic's arrest finally means the region can look forward, not backwards.
23 April 2012
Mr TransAtlantic
Ivo Daalder, US Ambassador to NATO, has crossed many divides. From being a European to an American, an academic to a diplomat - and more. Here he explains how it’s helped him at NATO
16 May 2011
NATO and its partners: changing relationships?
NATO is changing the way it works with its partners. Ambassador Dirk Brengelmann, Assistant Secretary General for Political Affairs and Security Policy, explains what these changes mean to both sides.
8 August 2011
NATO and Russia today: interview with Dmitri Trenin
Dmitri Trenin, Director of the Carnegie Moscow Center, looks at where the NATO-Russia relations are today
16 May 2011
NATO and Sweden: old partners, new outlooks?
Few countries have had such a frontline partnership role with NATO as Sweden. From Bosnia to Libya, it has participated continously in NATO-led operations. How does it see the changes in NATO's new partnership structures?
1 February 2010
NATO HQ - time for a makeover?
The importance of the new concept for NATO - For some, the most important changes the Strategic Concept must bring are in what NATO does. For others, it will be how NATO does it - especially in terms of the organisation’s workings. Here we set out the different priorities.
5 April 2009
NATO Review 2009 Summit Update
View the first NATO Review video story on the surroundings of the 60th anniversary summit in Strasbourg, France and Kehl, Germany.
7 May 2012
NATO Summit 2012: what does it mean to Chicago
NATO Review asked the Governor of State of Ilinois, Pat Quinn, about Chicago's preparations for the NATO's 2012 Summit, how the Alliance is perceived in the city and why Chicago represents the best backdrop for NATO's first Summit in North America this century.
13 April 2011
NATO's New Strategic Concept: a successful balancing act? (Nov 2010)
NATO's first Strategic Concept for eleven years was often portrayed as a balancing act. For instance, how to balance new threats with old ones? How to accommodate the interests of small countries and big ones? Now that it has been signed, how was the Concept seen?
25 September 2012
Nature's forces and the armed forces
NATO Review looks at why getting the armed forces closer to the realities of energy and environmental problems is actually a good move. And why most people would benefit.
1 February 2010
New age, new threats, new responses
Same concept, different angles: video 3 - How will the timing of this new Strategic Concept affect the outcome? Will it be able to deal with threats for decades to come? How will it change the way international organizations work together? And what will its changes mean for the men and women in uniform? All of these questions come under scrutiny in this section.
15 June 2010
Nuclear chess: Iran's move next?
Iran is seen by many as a key test of the international community's resolve. If it is allowed to get a nuclear weapon, surely everyone is? So what will be done, in this final crucial phase, by both Iran and those trying to stop it?
18 November 2010
Obama, elections and foreign policy: the bucks stop here?
What links the US mid-term election results and future US foreign policy? How did voters feel about foreign issues? NATO Review asks Washington experts and Main Street voters.
15 June 2010
Obama's nuclear dream: Yes, he can?
President Obama made one of his first commitments a move towards a nuclear free world. NATO Review looks at why this is important, the obstacles he faces and whether success is attainable.
15 February 2011
Optimism - or realism?
Are there any realistic solutions to the climate/food threat? Is there enough time to avoid its worst consequences? And what are the possible answers being considered?
13 October 2009
Organised crime and terrorist groups: comrades or chameleons?
NATO Review looks at how terrorist and organised crime groups work together and asks whether they are really different at all.
13 April 2011
Partnership or membership for Finland? (Nov 2008)
Is NATO partnership still enough for Finland? Or is it time to move towards membership? Finland's Ambassador to NATO and the EU gives his thoughts on the debate in his country.
15 October 2009
Piracy, ports and failed states: organised crime's frontlines?
Ports and the open sea play a key role as organised crime and terror groups need to move their goods around the world. This video investigates how.
11 April 2011
Political change: what social media can- and can't do
Does social media make political change easier? Is it true that it has already been the force behind political changes? Here, experts outline how social media has been a game changer - but also the limits it has.
1 February 2010
Public understanding - simplicity is genius (part 1)
Getting the message out: video 1 - The new Strategic Concept is not just about changing NATO – it’s also about changing how NATO is seen. This will require better communication. Here, we set out some of the challenges and what is being done to address them
8 March 2011
Public understanding - simplicity is genius (part 2) - dec 2009
Getting the message out: video 2 - The new Strategic Concept is not just about changing NATO – it’s also about changing how NATO is seen. This will require better communication. Here, we set out some of the challenges and what is being done to address them.
25 January 2011
Rare earths: the new oil in 2011
Ever heard of rare earths? Maybe not, but we all use them every day. With 97% of the world's supply in the hands of one nation, should we be worried?
5 May 2011
Safety in numbers? NATO and its partners
Are NATO's partnerships becoming more or less important? Are they a cheaper way of offering security? And are they the key to a comprehensive approach to security? This video looks at how NATO's relationships are changing, why and who's benefiting.
25 October 2010
Security: still a male career?
How much have women been able to make their mark on security? What kind of progress has there been in the last 10 years? We ask some women who have been able to get to the top how they see women's role in security.
23 April 2010
Shipping and piracy: A view from the top
Lord Levene, Chairman of Lloyd's of London, outlines how he sees the major threats to shipping and the impact of piracy on the ships carrying the world's trade.
19 June 2011
Small arms: the real weapons of mass destruction?
NATO's Chuck Parker saw the impact of light weapons first hand when serving in Vietnam. Today, he is one of the people trying to prevent the same misuse and mishandling of the weapons that continues today.
1 April 2012
Smart Defence for Greece and Turkey?
How easy would it be for two very different neighbours to engage in Smart Defence? One has economic problems while the other has growing influence in the region. Greek and Turkish analysts look at how and if this could work?
1 April 2012
Smart Defence: the analyst's view
How do those outside see Smart Defence? And do they see it working? Dr Bastian Giegerich of the International Institute for Security Studies has already written a brief paper analysing Smart Defence. Here NATO Review asks him about the main points.
1 April 2012
Smart Defence: the economic angle
Smart Defence is not all about the economy. But the economic crisis has certainly played its part. How does the economic landscape look now. And what effect could this have on the development of Smart Defence. NATO Review asks NATO's Senior Defence Economist for his insights.
3 April 2012
Smart Defence: the parliamentary angle
Smart Defence will suffer if it doesn't get the national parliaments to sign up to it. So how is the project seen in these nations? NATO Review asked NATO Parliamentary Assembly Secretary General David Hobbs for his view.
1 May 2012
Smart Defence: the political angle
How does NATO's top brass see the Smart Defence project? How much do they see the difficulties, opportunities and importance of it? NATO Review asked NATO's Deputy Secretary General - and Smart Defence envoy - Ambassador Alexander Vershbow to find out.
1 April 2012
Smart Defence: what does it mean?
When it comes to explaining Smart Defence, there's probably nobody more qualified than Ludwig Decamps. He heads up NATO's Smart Defence team. Here NATO Review quizzes him on what the project means, how it could work and why it's important.
23 May 2012
Social media and NATO: it's complicated
The US is the home of social media. Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and many others were born there. So could social media be the means that brings NATO closer to US people? We asked a number of communications experts what progress they feel has been made - and what more needs to be done.
11 April 2011
Social media: can it hurt democracy too?
There has been much coverage of the role of social media in spreading democracy. But what dangers can social media pose when in the hands of those opposed to more freedom? Can it be more effective working against democracy than for it?
20 January 2009
Taliban, television, telephones - and terror
International Crisis Group Deputy President Nick Grono outlines how the Taliban's media war is developing - and how to fight back.
21 December 2010
The 2011 global economy: up or down?
The impact of the global recession has been felt everywhere, including in defence and security. But will 2011 bring an upturn? We ask an expert from the International Monetary Fund.
28 July 2011
The Changing face of Maritime Security
How does a rear admiral who has been in the navy for over 30 years feel that the situation at sea is changing? Jorgen Berggrav answers questions about threats, how to deal with them and the changes needed to meet them.
21 April 2010
China: national interests, global interests?
Is China's military a key part of the country's economic drive? We look at what China's expanding global interests mean for its armed forces, its economy and its foreign partners
18 June 2010
The dirty bomb: low cost, high risk
Is the biggest nuclear threat actually not nuclear weapons but rather a terrorist dirty bomb - the explosion of nuclear materials? Many think so. Here we outline what the dangers are and how the consequences would affect us.
10 July 2009
The financial crisis: ask the experts
Experts from the UN, the World Bank and the IMF answer questions on how the financial crisis will affect Afghanistan, fragile countries and globalisation.
1 July 2010
The God's eye view: Operation Active Endeavour
NATO Review spends a day with Operation Active Endeavour to see how it keeps a close eye on the Mediterranean Sea - and how it's used.
15 June 2010
The IAEA: the key global agency?
If countries and organisations are to be trusted not to break the world's nuclear rules, we need an international watchdog. The International Atomic Energy Agency is that watchdog. But does it have the money and freedom to carry out its role?
15 June 2010
The Non-Proliferation Treaty: the world's most important treaty?
Will the NPT eventually see its ideals realised? Or will it become increasingly outdated in a changing world? How can it deal with rule breakers, non-state actors and enforcement? NATO Review looks at how a key treaty faces the future.
1 February 2010
The one issue the Strategic Concept must deal with is ...
The importance of the new concept for NATO - video 1 : For some, the most important changes the Strategic Concept must bring are in what NATO does. For others, it will be how NATO does it - especially in terms of the organisation’s workings. Here we set out the different priorities.
18 November 2010
The Tea Party: Home, alone?
NATO Review attends a Tea Party to see why people are drawn to the movement and if their domestic opposition to Obama's Administration will affect their views on his foreign policies.
5 April 2009
Third video update: Obama Meeting
View the third NATO Review video story on the surroundings of the 60th anniversary summit in Strasbourg, France and Kehl, Germany.
5 February 2010
Timing is everything?
Same concept, different angles: video 2 - How will the timing of this new Strategic Concept affect the outcome? Will it be able to deal with threats for decades to come? How will it change the way international organizations work together? And what will its changes mean for the men and women in uniform? All of these questions come under scrutiny in this section.
Turkey: interview with Defence Minister Yilmaz
NATO Review interviews Turkish Defence Minister Ismet Yilmaz about smart defence, Turkish foreign policy and what being in NATO for 60 years means.
Turkey: what 60 years in NATO means
Does NATO have a role to play in Turkey's new stronger foreign policy outlook? Does the Turkish public see NATO as necessary? Here we ask Turkish journalists and analysts to describe how they feel NATO looks from a Turkish perspective.
5 April 2009
Two questions, three locations
View the second NATO Review video story on the surroundings of the 60th anniversary summit in Strasbourg, France and Kehl, Germany.
25 January 2010
Under the ice of the world...
NATO Review looks into why the High North is suddenly a high political and security priority. And how changes there are affecting areas from oil to trade to the environment. This video features comments from leading politicians, scientists and NATO's top military personnel.
25 October 2010
UNSCR 1325: a happy 10th birthday?
It's been 10 years since the UN called for more women in conflict resolution, more respect for women's rights in conflicts and more women's perspectives in peacekeeping. How much has changed?
27 February 2008
Video debate: the new media - a help or hindrance in conflict situations?
NATO Review video debate. Representatives from the military and new media discuss how the growth of video postings, blogs and other new media impact on operations, mission support and morale in conflict zones.
4 June 2008
Video Interview Food and Security
Professors Alpas and Ciracoglu of a NATO SPS pilot study discuss food as a security issue, what NATO projects are doing, and their predictions for the future.
20 January 2009
Video interview with Ahmed Rashid
Ahmed Rashid, author of the seminal book 'Taliban', talks to NATO Review about how terror, tribalism and the Taliban fit together.
View from the region
How do the countries of the former Yugoslavia see the events of 2011, including the arrest of General Ratko Mladic? NATO Review interviews key players from the region to find out.
21 September 2012
Water or WARter?
Water is the essence of life. But drinkable, fresh water is at a premium. Rising populations, poor water use and shortages in key areas are all major factors. This video gives a quick tour of the world showing why water is an issue for everyone.
1 February 2010
What does it mean for the military?
Same concept, different angles: video 4 - How will the timing of this new Strategic Concept affect the outcome? Will it be able to deal with threats for decades to come? How will it change the way international organizations work together? And what will its changes mean for the men and women in uniform? All of these questions come under scrutiny in this section.
Where now for Afghanistan? Interview with Ahmed Rashid
Pakistani journalist and best-selling author, Ahmed Rashid, shares his views on the Afghan economy, corruption, the perceptions of Afghans on the year 2014, and the way ahead.
5 October 2010
Why should we be concerned about Yemen?
NATO Review talks to Marisa Porges, former counter-terrorism advisor to the US Government, about the threats posed by, to and in Yemen.
31 July 2009
Why the financial crisis matters for security: a three minute guide
Three minutes showing how the financial crisis could impact on security issues from migrant workers through to extremist political groups.
26 October 2010
'Women have become today's frontline soldiers - without guns'
Margot Wallstrom, the UN's special envoy on sexual violence in conflict, outlines the major problems facing women in conflicts, why prosecutions are vital and her disappointment at progress so far.
23 September 2010
Yemen: 10 reasons to worry
Want a quick guide to the problems in Yemen? Here's a three minute video which gives the key facts about Yemen, why it matters, the issues at stake and how it may affect us all.

Food, Water and Energy

21 September 2012
Water or WARter?
Water is the essence of life. But drinkable, fresh water is at a premium. Rising populations, poor water use and shortages in key areas are all major factors. This video gives a quick tour of the world showing why water is an issue for everyone.
21 September 2012
Energy and the environment: the good, the bad and the worrying
We ask energy and environment expert, Jason Blackstock, how he sees changes in the area, whether they are a cause for optimism and where he sees the potential flashpoints.
21 September 2012
Fuel for thought
Energy use is not a side issue for security. Power outages in many NATO states have shown how vulnerable we all are without sufficient energy. As the demand for more energy resources increases, how can we make sure this does not lead to conflict?
25 September 2012
Nature's forces and the armed forces
NATO Review looks at why getting the armed forces closer to the realities of energy and environmental problems is actually a good move. And why most people would benefit.

Threats from within

27 July 2012
Homegrown terrorism: how the EU sees it
Homegrown terrorism is clearly a domestic, national issue. So how can a multinational organisation like the EU play a meaningful role? The man who fills the post of EU counter-terrorism coordinator explains what can - and can't - be done by the EU. And highlights some of the impacts it has already had.
10 July 2012
Homegrown terrorism: how can NATO fight it?
The threat from homegrown terrorists is clearly a security issue. But it is one largely dealt with by national intelligence and security forces – not the military. So what exactly can NATO do to counter it? And how does this fit into NATO's wider fight against terrorism? We ask NATO’s counter terrorism expert.

NATO Chicago Summit special edition

23 May 2012
Making the concept a reality
NATO’s Supreme Allied Commander Europe, Admiral James Stavridis, outlines how NATO’s new Strategic Concept’s ideas have been put into action.
15 June 2012
Afghanistan snapshot: how the experts see it
Four prominent Afghans give their views on the country’s elections, priorities, women’s rights and fight against corruption.
23 April 2012
Mr TransAtlantic
Ivo Daalder, US Ambassador to NATO, has crossed many divides. From being a European to an American, an academic to a diplomat - and more. Here he explains how it’s helped him at NATO
7 May 2012
From Cronkite to Korea: lessons learned
Alexander Vershbow, NATO Deputy Secretary General, talks about coming back to NATO again – and what he learnt on his travels.
7 May 2012
Mission impossible?
US bloggers, journalists and communications experts reveal how they would try to bring NATO closer to the US public.
23 May 2012
Social media and NATO: it's complicated
The US is the home of social media. Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and many others were born there. So could social media be the means that brings NATO closer to US people? We asked a number of communications experts what progress they feel has been made - and what more needs to be done.
7 May 2012
NATO Summit 2012: what does it mean to Chicago
NATO Review asked the Governor of State of Ilinois, Pat Quinn, about Chicago's preparations for the NATO's 2012 Summit, how the Alliance is perceived in the city and why Chicago represents the best backdrop for NATO's first Summit in North America this century.

Smart Defence

1 May 2012
Smart Defence: the political angle
How does NATO's top brass see the Smart Defence project? How much do they see the difficulties, opportunities and importance of it? NATO Review asked NATO's Deputy Secretary General - and Smart Defence envoy - Ambassador Alexander Vershbow to find out.
1 April 2012
Smart Defence: what does it mean?
When it comes to explaining Smart Defence, there's probably nobody more qualified than Ludwig Decamps. He heads up NATO's Smart Defence team. Here NATO Review quizzes him on what the project means, how it could work and why it's important.
3 April 2012
Smart Defence: the parliamentary angle
Smart Defence will suffer if it doesn't get the national parliaments to sign up to it. So how is the project seen in these nations? NATO Review asked NATO Parliamentary Assembly Secretary General David Hobbs for his view.
1 April 2012
Smart Defence: the economic angle
Smart Defence is not all about the economy. But the economic crisis has certainly played its part. How does the economic landscape look now. And what effect could this have on the development of Smart Defence. NATO Review asks NATO's Senior Defence Economist for his insights.
1 April 2012
Smart Defence: the analyst's view
How do those outside see Smart Defence? And do they see it working? Dr Bastian Giegerich of the International Institute for Security Studies has already written a brief paper analysing Smart Defence. Here NATO Review asks him about the main points.
1 April 2012
Smart Defence for Greece and Turkey?
How easy would it be for two very different neighbours to engage in Smart Defence? One has economic problems while the other has growing influence in the region. Greek and Turkish analysts look at how and if this could work?

Greece and Turkey: 60 years in NATO

Greece: what 60 years in NATO means
What did it feel like to join NATO in 1952? Here we ask, among other experts, someone who was there. Vice-Admiral Vasilios Mitsakos recounts how Greece joining the young NATO Alliance meant spending more time with international counterparts. And how even babysitting duties drew countries together...
Turkey: interview with Defence Minister Yilmaz
NATO Review interviews Turkish Defence Minister Ismet Yilmaz about smart defence, Turkish foreign policy and what being in NATO for 60 years means.
Turkey: what 60 years in NATO means
Does NATO have a role to play in Turkey's new stronger foreign policy outlook? Does the Turkish public see NATO as necessary? Here we ask Turkish journalists and analysts to describe how they feel NATO looks from a Turkish perspective.
Greece and NATO: view from the next generation
What do young Greeks feel about NATO? Do they know - or care - what it is for? Here we ask three young Greek students how they see NATO's past, present and future.

Mladic, Srebrenica and justice

Mladic, justice and 2011: view from Croatia
2011 marked a major year for Croatia. NATO Review speaks to its President on the day that it confirmed its entry into the European Union and asks whether 2011 is the year when there is more to discuss on the Western Balkans' future than to mull over its past.
Mladic, justice and 2011: view from Serbia
For Serbia, 2011 has marked the year when it met its last obligations to the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia in The Hague. Its path to the EU can now run much more smoothly. But as Serbian politicians point out, the country is now more focused on getting back to its former role of regional powerhouse in the Balkans.
View from the region
How do the countries of the former Yugoslavia see the events of 2011, including the arrest of General Ratko Mladic? NATO Review interviews key players from the region to find out.
Mladic, Srebrenica and justice
With the trial of Ratko Mladic for genocide taking place in the Hague, NATO Review looks at the events in Srebrenica in July 1995, talks to survivors and asks whether Mladic's arrest finally means the region can look forward, not backwards.
26 August 2008
Karadzic: from Sarajevo to the Hague (Aug 2008)
NATO Review analyses why Karadzic was arrested, the impact on Bosnia and how his trial could affect the country's future.
26 August 2008
Bosnia: a new model army? (Aug 2008)
Some of the key actors who took on the daunting task of remodelling Bosnia's post war armed forces reveal how they managed to create today's joint, mixed force.

Afghanistan 2011 versus Afghanistan 2001: the same country?

11 November 2011
2014: New Afghanistan's year zero?
2014 promises to be one of the most important years for Afghanistan in decades. As the country prepares to take the full lead for its own security following the draw down of international forces, NATO Review asks three experts about how pivotal they see the year.
Where now for Afghanistan? Interview with Ahmed Rashid
Pakistani journalist and best-selling author, Ahmed Rashid, shares his views on the Afghan economy, corruption, the perceptions of Afghans on the year 2014, and the way ahead.
22 October 2011
Double vision - an Afghan-American view
Imagine being an Afghan-American in September and October 2001. Both your countries were attacked. One by the other. How did Afghan-Americans react? Where were their allegiances? And what could they do to help both countries? We asked an Afghan-American how he dealt with this dilemma.

NATO-Russia relations: 20 years after the USSR

8 August 2011
NATO and Russia today: interview with Dmitri Trenin
Dmitri Trenin, Director of the Carnegie Moscow Center, looks at where the NATO-Russia relations are today

Small weapons, big impact

19 June 2011
Small arms: the real weapons of mass destruction?
NATO's Chuck Parker saw the impact of light weapons first hand when serving in Vietnam. Today, he is one of the people trying to prevent the same misuse and mishandling of the weapons that continues today.

Why NATO's partners matter

16 May 2011
NATO and its partners: changing relationships?
NATO is changing the way it works with its partners. Ambassador Dirk Brengelmann, Assistant Secretary General for Political Affairs and Security Policy, explains what these changes mean to both sides.
16 May 2011
NATO and Sweden: old partners, new outlooks?
Few countries have had such a frontline partnership role with NATO as Sweden. From Bosnia to Libya, it has participated continously in NATO-led operations. How does it see the changes in NATO's new partnership structures?
5 May 2011
Enduring Partnerships: is corruption now Afghanistan's main battlefield?
NATO has started an 'Enduring Partnership' with Afghanistan. As the transition to an Afghan lead in security begins, NATO Review asks if the fight against corruption in the country will become a key theme of this new partnership. What would failing to beat corruption mean - for Afghanistan and NATO?
5 May 2011
Safety in numbers? NATO and its partners
Are NATO's partnerships becoming more or less important? Are they a cheaper way of offering security? And are they the key to a comprehensive approach to security? This video looks at how NATO's relationships are changing, why and who's benefiting.

Social media: power to the people?

11 April 2011
Social media: can it hurt democracy too?
There has been much coverage of the role of social media in spreading democracy. But what dangers can social media pose when in the hands of those opposed to more freedom? Can it be more effective working against democracy than for it?
11 April 2011
Political change: what social media can- and can't do
Does social media make political change easier? Is it true that it has already been the force behind political changes? Here, experts outline how social media has been a game changer - but also the limits it has.
11 April 2011
Arab spring = Facebook revolution #1?
Egypt and Tunisia's former rulers have been deposed. Some other governments in the region are unsure how long - or if - they will last. How much evidence is there that social media was behind these changes?

Hungry for climate action?

8 February 2011
Cooking for the planet
The further rise in the Earth's temperature - and how it materialises - will severely impact on food. NATO Review asks experts how food and water supplies will evolve and if current approaches are enough.
14 February 2011
Dying to eat
What could food shortages mean for security? How would they affect the role of the military? And which areas are most under threat? A look at how food, climate and security may overlap.
15 February 2011
Optimism - or realism?
Are there any realistic solutions to the climate/food threat? Is there enough time to avoid its worst consequences? And what are the possible answers being considered?

Predictions for security in 2011

25 January 2011
Rare earths: the new oil in 2011
Ever heard of rare earths? Maybe not, but we all use them every day. With 97% of the world's supply in the hands of one nation, should we be worried?
21 December 2010
The 2011 global economy: up or down?
The impact of the global recession has been felt everywhere, including in defence and security. But will 2011 bring an upturn? We ask an expert from the International Monetary Fund.

NATO Lisbon Summit Edition

13 April 2011
NATO's New Strategic Concept: a successful balancing act? (Nov 2010)
NATO's first Strategic Concept for eleven years was often portrayed as a balancing act. For instance, how to balance new threats with old ones? How to accommodate the interests of small countries and big ones? Now that it has been signed, how was the Concept seen?
13 April 2011
Come together: Why getting comprehensive matters (Nov 2010)
One of the aims of NATO's Lisbon summit was to seek better coordination between the military and civilian organisations. Why? Because everyone benefits from the outcome.
8 December 2010
Lisbon: the perfect birthplace for NATO's new Strategic Concept?
As some of the world's major leaders arrive in Lisbon to cement NATO's new Strategic Concept, NATO Review looks at how the city might be the perfect location to sign the concept.

View from America: new elections, new directions?

18 November 2010
Obama, elections and foreign policy: the bucks stop here?
What links the US mid-term election results and future US foreign policy? How did voters feel about foreign issues? NATO Review asks Washington experts and Main Street voters.
18 November 2010
The Tea Party: Home, alone?
NATO Review attends a Tea Party to see why people are drawn to the movement and if their domestic opposition to Obama's Administration will affect their views on his foreign policies.

Women and conflict: a frontline issue?

25 October 2010
UNSCR 1325: a happy 10th birthday?
It's been 10 years since the UN called for more women in conflict resolution, more respect for women's rights in conflicts and more women's perspectives in peacekeeping. How much has changed?
25 October 2010
Security: still a male career?
How much have women been able to make their mark on security? What kind of progress has there been in the last 10 years? We ask some women who have been able to get to the top how they see women's role in security.
25 October 2010
How important are women in NATO's new Strategic Concept?
NATO is changing to adapt to a new century, new challenges and new attitudes. How much can women expect to be part of NATO's vision for the future?
26 October 2010
'Women have become today's frontline soldiers - without guns'
Margot Wallstrom, the UN's special envoy on sexual violence in conflict, outlines the major problems facing women in conflicts, why prosecutions are vital and her disappointment at progress so far.

Yemen: danger ahead?

23 September 2010
Yemen: 10 reasons to worry
Want a quick guide to the problems in Yemen? Here's a three minute video which gives the key facts about Yemen, why it matters, the issues at stake and how it may affect us all.
5 October 2010
Why should we be concerned about Yemen?
NATO Review talks to Marisa Porges, former counter-terrorism advisor to the US Government, about the threats posed by, to and in Yemen.

Football: just a game - or war with a ball?

18 July 2010
Football: divider or uniter?
Can football be used to bring people together? Or is it the cloak behind which crimes hide? NATO Review looks at how football has been used in both these ways around the world and looks at the differing attitudes to the game.
18 June 2010
Defence and attack - how the forces see football
The UK forces in Afghanistan have made a video showing how important the World Cup is to them. They took time between operations there to send this message to their team.

Nuclear proliferation – about to mushroom?

15 June 2010
Obama's nuclear dream: Yes, he can?
President Obama made one of his first commitments a move towards a nuclear free world. NATO Review looks at why this is important, the obstacles he faces and whether success is attainable.
15 June 2010
2010: year zero for nuclear zero?
Will 2010 be the deciding year for whether we can achieve a nuclear-free world? With so many crucial issues, from START to Iran, on the agenda, will 2010 be the year that history records as central to nuclear disarmament?
15 June 2010
Nuclear chess: Iran's move next?
Iran is seen by many as a key test of the international community's resolve. If it is allowed to get a nuclear weapon, surely everyone is? So what will be done, in this final crucial phase, by both Iran and those trying to stop it?
15 June 2010
The Non-Proliferation Treaty: the world's most important treaty?
Will the NPT eventually see its ideals realised? Or will it become increasingly outdated in a changing world? How can it deal with rule breakers, non-state actors and enforcement? NATO Review looks at how a key treaty faces the future.
18 June 2010
The dirty bomb: low cost, high risk
Is the biggest nuclear threat actually not nuclear weapons but rather a terrorist dirty bomb - the explosion of nuclear materials? Many think so. Here we outline what the dangers are and how the consequences would affect us.
15 June 2010
The IAEA: the key global agency?
If countries and organisations are to be trusted not to break the world's nuclear rules, we need an international watchdog. The International Atomic Energy Agency is that watchdog. But does it have the money and freedom to carry out its role?
15 June 2010
How do nuclear changes look to NATO?
What role do nuclear issues have in NATO? How does the Alliance see the changes in the nuclear political landscape this year and how will this be reflected in its new Strategic Concept?

Maritime security: sink or swim

1 July 2010
The God's eye view: Operation Active Endeavour
NATO Review spends a day with Operation Active Endeavour to see how it keeps a close eye on the Mediterranean Sea - and how it's used.
23 April 2010
Shipping and piracy: A view from the top
Lord Levene, Chairman of Lloyd's of London, outlines how he sees the major threats to shipping and the impact of piracy on the ships carrying the world's trade.
28 July 2011
The Changing face of Maritime Security
How does a rear admiral who has been in the navy for over 30 years feel that the situation at sea is changing? Jorgen Berggrav answers questions about threats, how to deal with them and the changes needed to meet them.
1 June 2010
20 days at sea
Taking on a pirate's mothership is no easy task. In this video teaser, the planning and execution of the disruption of pirate operations, as well as the destruction of a pirate mothership, is played out.

NATO Review 2009

21 April 2010
China: national interests, global interests?
Is China's military a key part of the country's economic drive? We look at what China's expanding global interests mean for its armed forces, its economy and its foreign partners

The coming role of Asia

19 April 2010
China and the West: keyboard conflicts?
Both the West and China complain of increasing cyber attacks. Here we look at how both sides are beefing up their defences.
6 April 2010
China and climate change: in the eye of the storm?
How serious is China about tackling climate change? Is its industrial development or environmental action more important? This video looks into at both sides of China's position.

NATO Review 2009

3 March 2010
Alone, we fail
NATO Review looks at the importance of NATO working together with other international organisations if a truly global response is to be given to some of the major global challenges emerging in the 21st century.

How does NATO need to change (Parts 1 and 2)?

1 February 2010
Public understanding - simplicity is genius (part 1)
Getting the message out: video 1 - The new Strategic Concept is not just about changing NATO – it’s also about changing how NATO is seen. This will require better communication. Here, we set out some of the challenges and what is being done to address them
8 March 2011
Public understanding - simplicity is genius (part 2) - dec 2009
Getting the message out: video 2 - The new Strategic Concept is not just about changing NATO – it’s also about changing how NATO is seen. This will require better communication. Here, we set out some of the challenges and what is being done to address them.
16 December 2009
History: what shaped the strategic concept?
What's changed since 1999 - video 1 : We’re 10 years on from the last Strategic Concept. What were the factors in play when 1999’s version was drawn up – and how did it differ from today? This short video provides an outline.
5 February 2010
General Klaus Naumann, Former Chair, NATO Military Committee
What's changed since 1999 - video 2 : We’re 10 years on from the last Strategic Concept. What were the factors in play when 1999’s version was drawn up – and how did it differ from today? This short video provides an outline.
1 February 2010
A battle of minds
Same concept, different angles: video 1 - How will the timing of this new Strategic Concept affect the outcome? Will it be able to deal with threats for decades to come? How will it change the way international organizations work together? And what will its changes mean for the men and women in uniform? All of these questions come under scrutiny in this section.
5 February 2010
Timing is everything?
Same concept, different angles: video 2 - How will the timing of this new Strategic Concept affect the outcome? Will it be able to deal with threats for decades to come? How will it change the way international organizations work together? And what will its changes mean for the men and women in uniform? All of these questions come under scrutiny in this section.
1 February 2010
New age, new threats, new responses
Same concept, different angles: video 3 - How will the timing of this new Strategic Concept affect the outcome? Will it be able to deal with threats for decades to come? How will it change the way international organizations work together? And what will its changes mean for the men and women in uniform? All of these questions come under scrutiny in this section.
1 February 2010
What does it mean for the military?
Same concept, different angles: video 4 - How will the timing of this new Strategic Concept affect the outcome? Will it be able to deal with threats for decades to come? How will it change the way international organizations work together? And what will its changes mean for the men and women in uniform? All of these questions come under scrutiny in this section.
1 February 2010
The one issue the Strategic Concept must deal with is ...
The importance of the new concept for NATO - video 1 : For some, the most important changes the Strategic Concept must bring are in what NATO does. For others, it will be how NATO does it - especially in terms of the organisation’s workings. Here we set out the different priorities.
1 February 2010
NATO HQ - time for a makeover?
The importance of the new concept for NATO - For some, the most important changes the Strategic Concept must bring are in what NATO does. For others, it will be how NATO does it - especially in terms of the organisation’s workings. Here we set out the different priorities.
5 February 2010
Admiral James G. Stavridis, Supreme Allied Commander, Europe
Views and interviews - video 1 : What are the personal opinions of some of those connected with the drawing up of the new Strategic Concept? How far can it go? In this section, we offer face to face interviews with some key players.
5 February 2010
Ivo Daalder, US Ambassador to NATO
Views and interviews - video 2: What are the personal opinions of some of those connected with the drawing up of the new Strategic Concept? How far can it go? In this section, we offer face to face interviews with some key players.
5 February 2010
Madeleine K. Albright, Chair, NATO Strategic Concept Expert Group
Views and interviews - video 3: What are the personal opinions of some of those connected with the drawing up of the new Strategic Concept? How far can it go? In this section, we offer face to face interviews with some key players.
1 February 2010
Jeroen Van der Veer, Vice Chair, NATO Strategic Concept Expert Group
Views and interviews - video 4: What are the personal opinions of some of those connected with the drawing up of the new Strategic Concept? How far can it go? In this section, we offer face to face interviews with some key players.

Organised Crime

13 October 2009
Organised crime and terrorist groups: comrades or chameleons?
NATO Review looks at how terrorist and organised crime groups work together and asks whether they are really different at all.
15 October 2009
Piracy, ports and failed states: organised crime's frontlines?
Ports and the open sea play a key role as organised crime and terror groups need to move their goods around the world. This video investigates how.

World financial crisis: what it means for security

31 July 2009
Why the financial crisis matters for security: a three minute guide
Three minutes showing how the financial crisis could impact on security issues from migrant workers through to extremist political groups.
3 July 2009
From finance to defence
How did the financial crisis arrive - and where will it lead? NATO's Senior Economist Adrian Kendry gives a guided tour of the the paths linking the crisis with security.
10 July 2009
The financial crisis: ask the experts
Experts from the UN, the World Bank and the IMF answer questions on how the financial crisis will affect Afghanistan, fragile countries and globalisation.

Law, order and the elections in Afghanistan

15 May 2009
Afghan Governor Sarabi: 'Proposed new women's rights legislation would be a backward step'
NATO Review talks to Afghanistan's first and only female Governor about how the country sees women, religion - and tourism.
15 May 2009
Farah province Governor Amin: 'The recession may help the Taliban side'
Farah provincial Governor Roohul Amin outlines his thoughts on this year's elections, the effect of poppies now and what must happen to the Taliban.

NATO at 60

5 April 2009
NATO Review 2009 Summit Update
View the first NATO Review video story on the surroundings of the 60th anniversary summit in Strasbourg, France and Kehl, Germany.
5 April 2009
Two questions, three locations
View the second NATO Review video story on the surroundings of the 60th anniversary summit in Strasbourg, France and Kehl, Germany.
5 April 2009
Third video update: Obama Meeting
View the third NATO Review video story on the surroundings of the 60th anniversary summit in Strasbourg, France and Kehl, Germany.

The Arctic: too hot to ignore?

25 January 2010
Under the ice of the world...
NATO Review looks into why the High North is suddenly a high political and security priority. And how changes there are affecting areas from oil to trade to the environment. This video features comments from leading politicians, scientists and NATO's top military personnel.
18 March 2009
Interview: Norway's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Jonas Gahr Store
Norway's Foreign Affairs Minister, Jonas Gahr Store, has played a leading role in focusing more attention on the issue of the High North. In this interview, he explains the role of science, cooperation - and Russia.
10 March 2009
Interview: Danish Defence Minister, Soren Gade
Denmark's Minister of Defence, Soren Gade, outlines Denmark's take on emerging High North issues, covering areas such as Greenland, search and rescue, and oil.

Partnerships: how are they changing?

13 April 2011
Partnership or membership for Finland? (Nov 2008)
Is NATO partnership still enough for Finland? Or is it time to move towards membership? Finland's Ambassador to NATO and the EU gives his thoughts on the debate in his country.

The Balkans: quo vadis?

26 August 2008
Karadzic: from Sarajevo to the Hague
NATO Review analyses why Karadzic was arrested, the impact on Bosnia and how his trial could affect the country's future.
26 August 2008
Bosnia: a new model army?
Some of the key actors who took on the daunting task of remodelling Bosnia's post war armed forces reveal how they managed to create today's joint, mixed force.
25 August 2008
Bosnia police reform: mission incomplete or mission impossible?
Reforming Bosnia and Herzegovina's police force has taken longer than expected - and not gone as far as hoped.
25 August 2008
Jamie Shea: Kosovo - then and now
Jamie Shea looks back at the Kosovo campaign almost 10 years ago - and talks about the links of what happened then to today's Kosovo.
25 August 2008
Interview: Paddy Ashdown
Paddy Ashdown outlines the work that he feels still needs to be done in the Balkans - and how best to do it.

Afghanistan (part 1): the Issues

20 January 2009
Taliban, television, telephones - and terror
International Crisis Group Deputy President Nick Grono outlines how the Taliban's media war is developing - and how to fight back.

Food and Security

4 June 2008
Video Interview Food and Security
Professors Alpas and Ciracoglu of a NATO SPS pilot study discuss food as a security issue, what NATO projects are doing, and their predictions for the future.

The mechanics of terrorism

20 January 2009
Video interview with Ahmed Rashid
Ahmed Rashid, author of the seminal book 'Taliban', talks to NATO Review about how terror, tribalism and the Taliban fit together.

New media: weapons of mass communication?

27 February 2008
Video debate: the new media - a help or hindrance in conflict situations?
NATO Review video debate. Representatives from the military and new media discuss how the growth of video postings, blogs and other new media impact on operations, mission support and morale in conflict zones.

Growing dangers: emerging and developing security threats

1 September 2007
Green issues – red alert?
The Chairman of the Nobel Peace Prize winning IPCC (Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change), Dr Pachauri, talks to NATO Review about climate change as a security issue – and NATO’s response.
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