The extension of NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg’s mandate for another year expresses disagreements within the alliance. It has been reported Global Times.
The publication emphasizes that, against the backdrop of the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, the blocking of candidates for the post of NATO Secretary-General and Stoltenberg’s next re-election show that poorly disguised differences within the alliance and tightening US control.
According to Sheng Yi, a professor at Fudan University’s School of International Affairs and Public Relations, Washington is the master of NATO, not its leader. That’s why the alliance needs a leader who shares the pro-American position and supports it among other member states. “An ideal candidate,” Stoltenberg said.
Before that, NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg declarationHe said that he will remain as Secretary General of the alliance for one more year until October 1, 2024.
On June 30, it was reported that the decision to extend Stoltenberg’s term would be formally confirmed on or around July 4. It was noted that the representatives of the military-political bloc could not agree on a new candidate for the post of Secretary General, which will be approved by all NATO countries of the alliance.
Previously in NATO declaration About Ukrainian plans.