NATO to up security links with Japan, South Korea, Australia, NZ

Atlantic military alliance will issue joint cooperation document next week

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NATO is forming a closer relationship with four key Indo-Pacific nations to counter perceived security threats from China and Russia.   © Reuters

Nikkei staff writers

TOKYO -- NATO is planning to release its first joint document on expanding cooperation with Australia, Japan, New Zealand and South Korea next week as the organization invites heads of the four Asia-Pacific nations to a three-day summit in Washington from July 9, Nikkei has learned.

The document will clarify cooperation frameworks between NATO and the four countries, enabling them to respond to threats, including cybersecurity and disinformation.

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