NATO Secretary General in panel discussion at Munich Security Conference, 18 Feb 2023

NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg speaks at the “Beyond the Alliance: Partnering up for European Security” panel discussion at the Munich Security Conference.
The panel included the President of the Republic of Moldova, Maia Sandu; President of the Republic of Finland, Sauli Niinistö; Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Denmark, Mette Frederiksen, and was moderated by the President of the German Marshall Fund of the United States, Heather Conley.
Speaking at the Munich Security Conference on Saturday (18 February 2023), NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg stressed that, one year since Russia’s full-fledged invasion of Ukraine, President Putin is not planning for peace but for more war. The Secretary General said, "we must give Ukraine what they need to win and prevail as a sovereign, independent nation in Europe."
The Secretary General argued that even if the war ends tomorrow, our security environment has changed for the long term. He said that the Kremlin wants a different Europe, where Russia controls neighbours. “We also know that Beijing is watching closely, to see the price Russia pays, or the reward it receives for its aggression,” Mr. Stoltenberg said, stressing that the war in Ukraine demonstrates that security is global, rather than regional, and defence is not optional.
The Secretary General also stressed the importance of resilience. “Not so long ago, many argued that importing Russian gas was purely an economic issue,” he said, adding that “we should not make the same mistakes with China and other authoritarian regimes.”
Finally, Secretary General Stoltenberg highlighted that, “the most important lesson from the war in Ukraine is that North America and Europe must stand together,” stressing that “without NATO, there is no security in Europe.”
Mr. Stoltenberg was speaking at a main stage panel at the 2023 Munich Security Conference, alongside the President of Finland, Sauli Niinistö, the President of Moldova, Maia Sandu, and the Prime Minister of Denmark, Mette Frederiksen.
On the margins of the Munich Security Conference, the Secretary General held a series of meetings, including with the British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, the Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, the Finnish President Sauli Niinistö, the Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson, the Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba, the Vice President of the European Commission Frans Timmermans, the U.S. Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry, and the U.S. Congressional delegation led by Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC).
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[@henry007video]

very clear message to all from NATO

[@timknin]

Great interview!! I hope Great choices will be made in Moldova!!!

[@pip5461]

Words of infinite wisdom from the panel... Now is the time to put these words into action.!

[@DANIELWAGNER-tr1vh]

WELL SAID !!!👌👍💯

[@bente1881]

This man is everywhere. Impressive work capasity!

[@emanueltetteh7845]

I like this man too much when i see him talking

[@SSS-sz8mg]

As a citizen of Moldova I should say that the prime minister of Denmark have gave at the end of interview the clearest answer to the issue in the area.

[@mosog8829]

@5:33 That's a very important point. Depending on an unfriendly country or sharing your technology with them is a risky move.

[@Tpry]

The democratic world is lucky, fortunate to have STOLTENBERG as head of NATO. God bless and protect STOLTENBERG & family, Norway, UK, US and the Democratic West.

[@musicmusic9526]

great discussion, but NATO and Russia should sit down and talk in front of the world. don't go to war because your citizens don't want more anymore. instead, make peace.

[@alainlefebvre9860]

Russia/poo-tin don't understand or want peace.

[@giselle2766]

It’s definitely correct to prepare for all eventualities but the main focus should always be to figure out exactly what it would take to get the main actors to the negotiating table and what it would take to restore peace.

[@alainlefebvre9860]

Peace MAY be possible if Russia leaves Ukraine tomorrow. Poo-tin cannot be rewarded for committing war crimes.

[@goldfingerhardcore]

At this point peace will only be possible if Russians are defeated on the battlefield. Russia will only respond to military strength, not to diplomacy unfortunately

[@zoopieproulx5004]

From Nicole God bless nato. And Ukraine 🇺🇦 ❤️ 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🤲👍👍👍👍👍 Your Canadians and US Friends

[@DANIELWAGNER-tr1vh]

💙💛💙💛💙💛💙💛💙💛💪💪💪💪✌✌✌✌👍💯

[@paulsequeira8627]

Attaboy ! dear Mr Jens Stoltenburg.. !! Bulls Eye !!! We must follow your message, & swallow the bitter pill .. keep going .. !

[@robertmiller2173]

I hope somebody from New Zealand was invited to attend as an observer!

[@JoeDplummer_]

Yes!... US + Europe always together to make this world a better and safer place ☮💙💛

[@frianto.w.s1389]

So you mean Asia n Asean not😮😮

[@jalandharvasanth9126]

The entire world have to say thanks to great world leader sir Jensstoltenberg NATO,it is so proud to all narweyein people.

[@presidentofukraina]

Victory and glory to all brave Ukrainian heroes and defenders of freedom, democracy, Europe and the free world 🫡🇺🇦💛💙 NATO will prevail 💪

[@IusedtohaveausernameIliked]

C'mon Turkiye, be a team player. Let Sweden and Finland join our alliance. They will be very valuable members. They both can certainly pull their weight. We Canadians approve. Sometimes I think Sweden and Finland might make better allies than some of our current allies. Slava Ukraini!

[@horstschauerte7992]

Europe can be happy to have Mr Stoltenberg as Secretary General of NATO in these times.

[@egydcommunity2203]

Try mutual diplomatic device to end the tension.

[@alainlefebvre9860]

You can't work diplomacy with terrorists and war criminals.

[@stevenjohns-savage7024]

I like this hybrid warfare she came up with,we have to look into that See how we can Master it to

[@domenicobarillaro619]

Good for the planet

[@mintchyhouse]

True well said

[@carolchamberlin460]

Good points.

[@angeligallipoli4406]

Its true without NATO we have no Security.?God bless you Naro...

[@72seeker72]

Good speech!

[@ricalina4371]

Hungary and Turkey should make a decision if they want to be part of Nato and EU or not. Profiting of the benefits and spitting in the hand that gives is untrustworthy and dishonorable. „Allies“ like that will betray you at next occasion when it is serving them. So, maybe it is time to strengthen the whole by cutting the weakest links -„weak“ understood as committment to shared values.

[@arturciosek2987]

Unfortunately, Turkey always wants to play as a regional superpower no matter what, what may change in long term perspective, but what's even worse, Hungarian political ties with Russia are something not to easily be broken by Europeanwide pressure.

[@paulkruse6634]

Maybe now is the time to establish a no fly zone over Ukraine held territories?

[@donahlekwati6738]

Jens will leave massive boots to fill by anyone stepping into the role after the end of his term. He’s been nothing but phenomenal

[@irmanv.9798]

Extremely important discussion to understand the constantly changing environment - flexibility & be there where they need to be- in a timely manner - really shows how much progress NATO made. Great leadership from all panel members. A must see discussion! SlavaUkraine. Hopefully Moldova gets the support to stay strong & keep Russia OUT.

[@marlenfras5490]

If the country has fulfilled NATO requirements, then they should have the RIGHT TO RATIFICATION, no matter what!!!!!!!!!!!!!!, in my opinion. Good reporting. Go Ukraine.

[@howardinothegreat136]

👍

[@briandickinson5479]

start those tech industries in the smaller Nato states and have them all part of a NATA alliance Tech company that could draw on resources from Nato countries and essentially fund NATO itself. maybe I'm over thinking it..

[@user-rc5px1hu9j]

Women power leads Europe！Proud of them

[@Bird_McBride]

Awwww

[@almaz9106]

i have want biggest wish service in NATO!!!

[@enriqueojito]

👏🏻👏🏻

[@Music1art]

Long live NATO!

[@mohamedashraff3067]

😁😁😁😁😁

[@kalawatieroop9827]

Ukraine must win in our own security interest. In god we trust.

[@michaelkolbe5963]

Facts are you could end this War tomorrow but to busy supplying Ukraine with weapons instead of standing up to Russia directly .

[@alainlefebvre9860]

What do you suggest? NATO declaring war on Russia? Not that I'm against that. Russia MUST be stopped.

[@user-ft2km6yr7s]

BRAVO NATO!OTAN

[@lionelpayette4628]

NATO must hurry up with the delivery of tanks and jets to Ukraine now!!! Stop wasted talking and not delivery needed weapons.

[@Arunamatata495]

Nato needs to go into Ukraine & help them there!!! Having arms & soldiers hanging around protecting borders, that won't be invaded in the near term, would be better to send at least 50% to Ukraine. They need more men & arms.

[@dragontos]

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