George Robertson, Baron Robertson of Port Ellen quotes

George Robertson, Baron Robertson of Port Ellen, is a Scottish diplomat and politician, best known for serving as Secretary General of NATO. His leadership was instrumental in guiding NATO through major challenges and reforms. He is respected internationally for his commitment to security and international cooperation. Here are 8 of his quotes:

The rapid dissemination of technology and information offers entirely new ways of production, but it can also bring the spectre of more states developing weapons of mass destruction.

George Robertson, Baron Robertson of Port Ellen

For years, European leaders have pointed out that Europe is an economic giant, but a military pygmy.

George Robertson, Baron Robertson of Port Ellen

And, perhaps most importantly, regional conflicts will again and again confront us with a cruel choice between costly engagement and costly indifference.

George Robertson, Baron Robertson of Port Ellen

If we get the capabilities, NATO, along with the European Union, can do amazing things.

George Robertson, Baron Robertson of Port Ellen

And I was asked if I would come and help with the recovery of this great British company, Cable and Wireless, and I'm delighted to become part of the new and very talented management that have been brought in to that company as well.

George Robertson, Baron Robertson of Port Ellen

Well, if the NATO countries don't make more of their troops usable and don't get the equipment to get them fast where the action is, then the organisation will suffer and will increasingly become irrelevant.

George Robertson, Baron Robertson of Port Ellen

You've got to be able to act when it's necessary to act. And you've got to be able to act where the threat is.

George Robertson, Baron Robertson of Port Ellen