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NATO Parliamentarians Call For Strengthened Role In Afghanistan

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Tuesday, October 23rd, 2007

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NATO parliamentarians Oct. 18 ended their annual session in Reykjavik, Iceland, calling for renewed efforts to strengthen the alliance role in Afghanistan and building a closer relationship with Russia. Members from 26 NATO states approved a key resolution on Afghanistan commending the efforts of its members as well as pointing out the weaknesses of the mission. The resolution deplored the failure of member states to supply more forces and assets, noting NATO commanders continue to lack adequate personnel and equipment…

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