Secretary General Stoltenberg’s outstanding work has demonstrated that he is modernising NATO and laying the groundwork for a successful future for the Alliance. The international security environment has changed considerably in recent years. In this difficult phase, Jens Stoltenberg has led the Alliance with success and with a clear compass. That holds true with regard not only to relations with Russia but also to enhanced cooperation between NATO and the EU. Germany will continue to support the Secretary General in these endeavours.

Jens Stoltenberg is an outstanding Secretary General and has Germany’s full support. Not only has he done great work modernising NATO and adapting its structures to reflect the changed security situation. Jens Stoltenberg is also a major promoter of closer cooperation between NATO and the European Union.