"It is no longer a time for vain words, but for a bold, constructive act. France has acted, and the consequences of her action may be immense. We hope they will. She has acted essentially in the ... of maintaining peace and by granting "associate partner" status to nine countries in Central and Eastern Europe, and supporting the establishment of the NATO-Russia Act signed in Paris in 1997, the WEU confirmed its solidarity with its near neighbours of Central and Eastern Europe in the field of security. The determinant ... is to preserve peace and strengthen international security, in accordan...

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