What is NATO and what just happened at the Vilnius summit?

Jul 13, 2023

Official photo of the NATO Secretary General and Heads of State and Government at the Vilnius Summit.

"NATO is stronger, more energized and yes, more united than ever in its history," said US President Joe Biden. Image: NATO

Kate Whiting

Senior Writer, Forum Agenda

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Finnish President Sauli Niinisto attends a meeting to sign Finland's national NATO legislation in Helsinki, Finland on March 23, 2023. Image: Fanni Uusitalo/Finnish government/Handout via REUTERS

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