CLEAN : Stoltenberg 'expects' Sweden and Finland to join NATO in 2023

The transcript discusses the NATO accession process for Finland and Sweden, focusing on the need for ratification by Turkey and Hungary. It highlights the commitments made by Finland and Sweden to cooperate with Turkey and the importance of finalizing the accession process. The speaker expresses optimism about the ratification but refrains from speculating on exact timelines. The process is noted to be faster than previous NATO accessions, emphasizing Turkey's valued role in NATO.

What is the main reason the speaker cannot guarantee the exact date for the NATO accession ratification?

• There are technical issues with the accession protocol.

• The speaker is waiting for approval from other NATO members.

• The decision is pending in the Turkish and Hungarian parliaments.

• NATO is reconsidering the accession of Finland and Sweden.

What have Finland and Sweden committed to in their agreement with Turkey?

• To increase trade with Turkey.

• To reduce military spending.

• To have a long-term cooperation with Turkey.

• To withdraw from NATO discussions.

How does the speaker describe Turkey's role in NATO?

• As a minor contributor to NATO's goals.

• As a highly valued ally contributing to collective defense.

• As a new member still learning NATO protocols.

• As a country with no significant impact on NATO.

What is the speaker's attitude towards the ratification process?

• Optimistic but cautious about the timeline.

• Certain about the exact date of completion.

• Indifferent to the outcome.

• Pessimistic about its completion.

How does the speaker compare the current NATO accession process to previous ones?

• It is slower than any other accession process.

• It is extremely fast compared to past processes.

• It is the same as all previous processes.

• It is more complicated than any other process.