00:00 The former Pentagon chief, Mark Esper, is ringing the alarm bell on the possible withdrawal
00:13 of the United States from NATO under the presidency of Donald Trump.
00:16 In an interview with TVBS, Esper expressed his fears about the will of the Republican
00:21 president to withdraw from the International Military Organization, to repatriate the
00:26 American troops from Korea and Japan, and to weaken relations with Taiwan.
00:30 According to Esper, he does not consider Trump's candidacy appropriate, highlighting
00:36 concerns about the future of American commitment to NATO.
00:40 Donald Trump publicly expressed his discontent with the transatlantic alliance and threatened
00:45 to withdraw the United States from NATO if the European member states did not take
00:49 on a larger share of the expenses related to their security.
00:52 This position questions the United States' historic commitment to the alliance and raises
00:57 concerns about the potential impact of an American withdrawal on stability and security
01:02 in Europe.
01:03 NATO, created in 1949, is an intergovernmental military alliance that aims to guarantee the
01:09 collective defense of its members.
01:11 The United States plays a central role within NATO as a major contributor in terms of financing,
01:17 resources and military presence.
01:18 An American withdrawal from the organization could weaken the alliance and question its
01:23 effectiveness in promoting security and stability in Europe.
01:28 Esper's statements highlight divisions and uncertainties within the
01:32 American administration regarding the future of the United States' commitment to NATO.
01:37 While some support a strengthening of transatlantic ties, others question
01:42 the relevance and value of this alliance.
01:44 These debates raise concerns among NATO member states about the strength of their
01:49 partnership with the United States and the future stability of the alliance.
01:53 The outcome of the US presidential election reveals a crucial importance for NATO's future.
01:59 If Donald Trump is re-elected, Esper's fears could come true, with
02:04 potentially significant consequences for international security.
02:08 On the other hand, a different administration could seek to strengthen transatlantic relations
02:14 and reaffirm the United States' commitment to the alliance.
02:17 The question of NATO's American withdrawal remains a major concern for many
02:22 observers and international actors.
02:24 The consequences of such a decision could shape the global geopolitical balance and have
02:29 repercussions on stability and security around the world.
02:43 (air whooshing)
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