Scholz recognizes NATO's contribution to security in Germany
This applies all the more, as war reignites in Europe following Russia's attack on Ukraine, stated the Chancellor. Scholz referred to the extensive German support for Ukraine and called on the alliance partners to take note. "We are always there to give others the idea that they can do the same," said Scholz.
It is particularly important now to support Ukraine's air defense, Scholz stated. Germany has "pioneered" this with the delivery of three Patriot air defense systems, he added. Partners are now being called upon: "We hope that there are more Patriot systems from other countries," said he.
Scholz expects further signals of support for Ukraine against Russia from the Jubilee Summit in Washington, according to his own statements. It's about "a message to the Russian president that he cannot rely on the fact that he can more or less sit out this war and wait for support for Ukraine to wane."
Scholz, according to his own words, has no doubts about the health suitability of the summit host, Joe Biden, which is a topic of intense debate in the US. "I have no concerns about this," he said. "From the many conversations I have had with the American president, I know that he has well and meticulously prepared this summit with us."
The decisions of NATO, which will be made in Washington starting on Tuesday, have been "developed in close coordination between Germany and the US," Scholz added. "Therefore, this summit will be very successful."
The annual NATO summit begins in Washington on Tuesday. US President Joe Biden has invited the allies to a celebratory event for the 75th anniversary of the Alliance. Prior to this, NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg will give a speech at a defense industry forum in Washington.
Besides Chancellor Scholz and the new British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is also expected in Washington. During the summit, which lasts until Thursday, military aid commitments for Kiev in the Russian attack war are planned. However, the desired invitation to membership will not be given.
- Chancellor Olaf Scholz emphasized the importance of NATO's support for Ukraine in light of the ongoing conflict, stating that Germany has been a significant contributor with the delivery of three Patriot air defense missile systems.
- In a ceremony, Scholz called on NATO allies, including the USA, to strengthen Ukraine's air defense capabilities, hoping for additional Patriot systems from other nations.
- Scholz anticipates strong signals of support from the Jubilee Summit in Washington, aimed at sending a clear message to Russia that it cannot rely on waning support for Ukraine.
- Despite political debates in the USA about President Joe Biden's health suitability, Scholz expressed confidence in Biden's preparation for the summit, stating that conversations with him have been productive and well-prepared.
- In close coordination with the USA, Scholz announced that decisions made at the NATO summit in Washington, starting on Tuesday, will be crucial for both Germany and Europe's security.
- The annual NATO summit in Washington will be marked by a celebratory event hosted by President Joe Biden to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the Alliance.
- In addition to Scholz, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will also attend the summit, during which military aid commitments for Ukraine are expected to be discussed but not membership invitations.
- Prior to the NATO summit, NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg will deliver a speech at a defense industry forum in Washington to discuss strategies for enhancing collective security.
- Scholz and the USA have been working closely to ensure that the NATO summit in Washington will be successful and contribute positively to the alliance's goals of promoting democracy and peace in Europe and beyond.
