Stoltenberg: Must Not Forget About Other Security Risks Amid Ukraine War

NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg speaking at a Politico event on the situation in Ukraine and Europe. Select comments below:

• Link to livestream: https://twitter.com/i/broadcasts/1nAKEYAqXanKL
• "President Putin's war against Ukraine is the most urgent threat we face. [...] At the same time, we must not forget all the other challenges to our security...Moscow and Beijing are openly contesting the rules based international order. Terrorism and nuclear proliferation persists, and cyber attacks and climate disruptions are on the rise. All of this affects our security."
• [At NATO summit] "For the first time, we will address China and the challenges it poses to our interests, security, and values. In this context, I welcome the leaders of our Asia Pacific partnership." Leaders of Japan, South Korea, Australia & New Zealand in attendance in Madrid.
• "There is an urgent need to step up our support [for Ukraine] at the summit, we will agree a new comprehensive assistance package for Ukraine...[will include] anti-drone equipment, secure communications and fuel."
• "We're now working actively on the next steps in the accession process for both Finland & Sweden & addressing Turkey's security concerns including in the fight against terrorism. My aim is to find a common way forward so both countries can join our alliance as soon as possible."
• NATO to talk about "burden sharing in Madrid [will] recommit to the pledge we made in 2014 to spend at least 2% of GDP on defence. More allies now reach or exceed this target. Majority have clear plans to reach it, and more and more allies see to present as a floor, not a ceiling."