missile defense cooperation

Statement by Ambassador Victoria Nuland, United States Permanent Representative on the North Atlantic Council

The United States welcomes the opportunity to discuss missile defense issues at the 19 April NATO-Russia Council meeting.

The United States seeks to continue and enhance missile defense cooperation with its NATO Allies.  The United States also looks forward to further discussions with the Russian Federation on bilateral cooperation and joint activity in this important field, including the potential sharing of technology and the development of compatible systems.  Possible areas of partnership with Russia could include research and development of missile defense systems, sharing of early warning data, and exercises between our forces.