Fact Sheet Bureau of European and Eurasian Affairs Washington, DC April 16, 2007
U.S. Missile Defense: Cooperation With NATO and RussiaThe proposed placement of U.S. missile defense (MD) assets in Europe would not only contribute to the security of the U.S. and NATO allies, but would also provide a defense against long-range ballistic missiles to most of Europe. The U.S. Government has informed both NATO and Russia of our plans, as well as offered opportunities for cooperation.
Cooperation with NATO
Cooperation with Russia
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The U.S. is willing to explore cooperation with Russia across the full spectrum of missile defense activities. U.S. Government officials have discussed U.S. missile defense plans and offered to cooperate jointly since 2001. These discussions have been transparent and conducted at all levels, including between the two Presidents, as well as at the NATO-Russia Council (NRC).
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On March 29, 2007, USNATO released a public statement reiterating our previous offers of cooperation, as well as seeking enhanced cooperation with both Russia and NATO on missile defense.
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