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DVD Afghanistan : The Road To Stability (Ecodisc PAL) [ English - Français - Dari - Pashto ]

NATO’s engagement in Afghanistan may be the most complex mission the Alliance has undertaken to date – and it is far from over. But with reinforcements arriving, Afghan national security forces gaining strength, and increased focus on reconstruction, development and good governance, progress is being made. In this film, we listen to Afghan voices – from private soldiers to generals, from refugees to ministers, from villagers to members of parliament, from workers to business-owners – and look behind the scenes at ISAF’s activities. It examines the complexities that NATO faces in Afghanistan and shows how the country, in partnership with the international community, is moving towards lasting security.

Currently available to view on NATO Channel TV:
http://natochannel.tv/default.aspx?aid=3457&lid=325

DVD NATO Declassified

Original documents, footage and photos make you relive the birth of the Alliance and debates that are still relevant today.

NATO Map-mania game

Try to place NATO and Partner countries on the world map. And become a geographical genius! Or play this game online: http://www.nato.int/multi/mapgame/

CD - SPS Interactive tour

An interactive CD with photos and short videos on some of the current projects of the NATO Science for Peace and Security Programme. Click here for the online version.

A Year in Pictures

This DVD shows a selection of Afghanistan-related reports from the NATO Channel (www.natochannel.tv), which provides up-to-date news and in-depth features on NATO operations and activities. NATO Channel content is produced by a team of professional journalists and media production technicians, creating three to five new stories per week. Any media outlet can access video and other material upon request at no cost.

DVD Six Colours (PAL VERSION ONLY)

Six colours, six stories, six film-makers. Over the past 60 years, NATO’s missions have diversified. These video reports show various facets of the Alliance through the stories of men and women from different backgrounds. A new and fresh perspective.

Virtual Expo on NATO

Created by NATO's Public Diplomacy Division (PDD), the exhibition highlights NATO’s role in responding to existing and emerging security challenges. Using a mix of interactive video, photographic and print media, it illustrates the Alliance’s current operations, capabilities and partnerships. Once you enter the virtual exhibition site, you can click on the individual display units in order to zoom in and explore them in more detail. http://www.nato.int/buc2008/exhibit.html
Now also available on CD.

DVD Defence against terrorism - NATO's Role

This report allows you to hear from people who are involved in the fight against terrorism on a day-to-day basis. They are not just soldiers but also scientists, intelligence officers, politicians and civil servants. They represent NATO's multifaceted response to the terrorist threat. Click on the HTML link to see the film on-line.

(Please choose the correct version of the DVD for your area. NTSC is the analog television system in use in the United States, Canada, Japan, Mexico, the Philippines, South Korea, Taiwan, and some other countries)

DVD NATO's operations and missions

These video clips illustrate NATO's engagement in operations and missions across several continents. Working with other international organizations and non-members countries, the Alliance is leading or involved in crisis management, stabilisation missions, defence against terrorism and humanitarian relief.

(Please choose the correct version of the DVD for your area. NTSC is the analog television system in use in the United States, Canada, Japan, Mexico, the Philippines, South Korea, Taiwan, and some other countries)

DVD "HQ"

This interactive DVD includes a fictional film which provides an inside look at how NATO works as well as some educational bonuses directly linked to the film. Click on the HTML link to view the DVD teaser.

60 Years of NATO

This short history describes NATO's historical evolution as a defensive Alliance from 1945 to the present day.

Introduction to NATO

A powerpoint presentation introducing NATO,what it does and how it works.

This Powerpoint presentation(available via the html link)contains hyperlinks (orange arrows) giving you more detailed information on certain subjects. For optimum results use your mouse to move through the presentation. Avoid using the page up and down keys on your keyboard as this will interfere with the navigation facility of the presentation.

The Briefer’s Guide (available under the PDF link)provides a useful interactive overview of the structure and content of the Powerpoint presentation.

NATO's 60th Anniversary: Peace and Security Cannot Be Taken For Granted

NATO's 60th Anniversary: Peace and Security Cannot Be Taken For Granted

Together for Security

A concise introduction to NATO for readers seeking a short overview.

NATO Member and Partner Countries

A map of NATO Member and Partner countries

Working together for peace and security

Map of interlocking institutions

NATO after Strasbourg / Kehl

An overview of the decisions taken at the NATO Summit in Strasbourg/Kehl, 3-4 April 2009.

NATO After Bucharest

An overview of the decisions taken at the NATO Summit in Bucharest, Romania - 2-4 Apr 2008.

Periodic Table of Elements

Periodic Table of Elements

NATO after Riga

An overview of the decisions taken at the NATO Summit in Riga, Latvia - 28-29 November 2006

Towards the new strategic concept - Compilation of official texts.

A compilation of key NATO strategy documents is now available as a study and reference tool for those interested in the evolution and future development of NATO's strategic orientation. The collection includes the North Atlantic Treaty (1949), NATO’s previous Strategic Concepts (1991 and 1999), the 2006 Comprehensive Political Guidance document and the 2009 Declaration on Alliance Security.

Afghanistan Report 2009

This Annual Report offers a general look at progress in each of the three main lines of effort in which NATO-ISAF is involved, directly or in a supporting role: security, governance and development. And it goes beyond setting out only what NATO-ISAF has done; it attempts to provide the reader with a broader and more balanced picture, including both elements of progress and those areas in which more needs to be done.

NATO's Military Committee

This brochure describes the work of the Military Committee, the role of the Chairman, the work of the International Military Staff, and how military decisions are arrived

Minimum Standards and Non-Binding guidelines for First Responders regarding planning, training, procedures and equipment for CBRN incidents. Modalities for an Advisory Support Team.

A tool designed to assist national authorities or international organisations in preparing for a response to natural and technological disasters.

Minimum Standards and Non-Binding guidelines for First Responders regarding planning, training, procedures and equipment for CBRN incidents. Response Guidelines

Generic advice for mid-level strategic/tactical planners responsible for CBRN preparedness and response. Guidelines designed to improve multi-agency interoperatbility in first response to a CBRN incident and provide guidance on when regional, national or international assistance may be required.

Minimum Standards and Non-Binding guidelines for First Responders regarding planning, training, procedures and equipment for CBRN incidents. CBRN International Training Curriculum.

A curriculum to ensure that first responders have a common knowledge base and a minimum level of preparedness when responding to CBRN incidents. Such training is designed to assist nations improve their civil emergency plans, complement national training systems and improve international co-operation between first responders.

Partners in the southern Caucasus

This Backgrounder explains NATO's relations and practical cooperation with Armenia, Azerbaijan and Georgia.

Trust Fund projects: promoting security and defence reform

NATO Allies and Partners are working together to support practical demilitarization and defence reform projects with expert advice and resources, through a number of Partnership for Peace Trust Funds.

Civil support for military operations and emergency responses

NATO has been developing this capability, known as interoperability, since the Alliance was founded in 1949. The ability of NATO militaries to work together has become even more important since the Alliance has begun mounting out-of-area expeditionary operations.

Partners in Central Asia

This Backgrounder explains NATO's relations and practical cooperation with Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan.

NATO's Role in Civil Emergency Planning

The main role of Civil Emergency Planning in NATO is to collect, analyse and share information on national planning activity to ensure the most effective use of civil resources for use during emergency situations. It explains how Allies and Partner nations assist each other in preparing for and dealing with the consequences of crisis, disaster or conflict.

Interoperability for joint operations

NATO has been developing this capability, known as interoperability, since the Alliance was founded in 1949. The ability of NATO militaries to work together has become even more important since the Alliance has begun mounting out-of-area expeditionary operations.

Logistics support for NATO operations

This brochure examines the evolution of NATO logistics doctrine since it went out-of-area following the end of the Cold War and the various initiatives underway to develop the required capabilities.

Military matters: The beginnings of NATO's military structure: birth of the Alliance to the fall of the Berlin Wall

More than five decades since its founding, it is hard to imagine that NATO did not always have the complex military and political structures that have long been key features of its decision-making process. This issue, first in a series exploring topics relating to the Military Committee and the International Military Staff, examines the evolution of the work and structures of the top military decision makers of the Alliance through to 1989.

Security cooperation with the Mediterranean region and the broader Middle East

This brochure explains NATO's Mediterranean Dialogue and its Istanbul Cooperation Initiative, which aim to increase dialogue and cooperation with countries in these strategically important regions

NATO 2020: Assured Security; Dynamic Engagement

The report of the Group of Experts on NATO's new Strategic Concept comprises a summary of findings and a more detailed discussion of and recommendations on key issues, such as the security environment, core tasks, partnerships and Alliance capabilities. The report is aimed at assisting the Secretary General in drafting a new Strategic Concept for NATO, to be agreed by Allies at the Lisbon Summit in November 2010.

NATO Review - Electronic Edition

NATO Review is the Alliance's flagship magazine on current policy issues. NATO Review is published under the authority of the Secretary General and intended to contribute to a constructive discussion of Atlantic issues. The magazine is published in 24 Alliance languages plus Russian, Ukrainian, Arabic, and Hebrew.

NATO Review - NATO AT 60

In this special edition of NATO Review, we look at NATO past, present and future as it celebrates it 60th anniversary. As well as providing a brief photo history, we look at how the people, aims and operations at NATO have changed. And how they may need to continue changing.

NATO Review - Bucharest Summit Special

NATO Review - Bucharest Summit Special

NATO Review - Partnerships: Old and New

Coming at the cusp of a number of major anniversaries, this special printed issue edition of the NATO Review focuses on several of the Alliance’s most significant relationships, and on some of the structures that underpin NATO’s partnerships. In recent years, these relationships have become increasingly essential to the Alliance’s efforts to promote security, democracy and the rule of law in the wider Euro-Atlantic area and beyond.

NATO Review - Riga Summit Special

This special printed issue of NATO Review examines some of the major issues to be discussed by Allied leaders in the Latvian capital 28 and 29 November 2006. The Summit takes place against the backdrop of NATO's continuing transformation, which contributors to this special edition analyse from different perspectives.

For and Against: Debating Euro-Atlantic security options - Volume II

This publication, in its second edition, brings together and reproduces the debates that appeared in the on-line edition of NATO Review in 2004 and 2006. NATO Review is the Alliance's quarterly on-line magazine on current policy issues.

NATO Review - NATO's past, present and future

This special printed issue of NATO Review covers the origins and implementation of Article 5 of the North Atlantic Treaty, the evolution in the Alliance's role towards operations, and NATO's role in Afghanistan and the Balkans.

Weapons of mass destruction

Weapons of mass destruction (WMD) pose serious risks and challenges to the Alliance and to international security. NATO's primary aim is to prevent the proliferation of these weapons.

Helping secure Afghanistan's future

As part of wider international efforts, NATO-led forces are working to help secure Afghanistan’s future and prevent the country from being used as a base for terrorists again.

Transforming Allied forces for current and future operations

NATO’s security is increasingly linked to stability beyond the Euro-Atlantic area. The Allies are finding ways to provide security across a range of new environments and are transforming their armed forces to meet new requirements.

Response to terrorism

The essence of NATO’s role in the fight against terrorism is protecting people. NATO offers a unique range of assets to the international community in the fight against terrorism. First, it is a permanent consultation forum that can transform discussions into collective decision. Second, it can turn decisions into effective action, which can be backed up by an unparalleled military capability. Third, NATO is part of an impressive network of cooperative relationships with many partners.

Combating terrorism at sea

NATO ships are patrolling throughout the Mediterranean monitoring shipping to help detect, deter, defend, and protect against terrorist activity

NATO Military Structure

NATO's new military command structure is leaner, more flexible, more efficient, and better able to conduct the full range of Alliance missions. This structure is a major component of the transformation of NATO.

Ready to react rapidly to crises worldwide

NATO has created a permanently available, multinational joint force at very high readiness "the NATO Response Force (NRF)" consisting of land, air and sea components, as well as performing various specialist functions.

NATO - Russia Newsletter

"NATO-Russia News" aims to give an overview of the wide range of cooperation between NATO and Russia.

NATO-Russia: a pragmatic partnership

A brochure briefly outlining the evolution of NATO's relations with Russia and cooperation under the NATO-Russia Council.

NATO - Ukraine Newsletter

"NATO-Ukraine News" aims to give an overview of the wide range of cooperation between NATO and Ukraine.

NATO-Ukraine: A Distinctive Partnership

An introductory brochure, which explains Ukraine's Intensified Dialogue with NATO on its membership aspirations and highlights the extensive programme of cooperation with Ukraine.

Guide to the NATO Science for Peace and Security Programme

An A-Z guide of information on the Science for Peace and Security Programme including an overview of the support mechanisms, key priorities and examples of projects.

Information and Communications Security

The Science for Peace and Security Programme encourages scientific cooperation and understanding on security-related aspects of information systems and communication networks.

Strasbourg/Kehl summit guide

The Strasbourg/Kehl Summit Guide provides background information on NATO's current operations and missions, capabilities and partnerships.

Bucharest Summit Guide

The Bucharest Summit Reader’s Guide provides background information on NATO's current operations and missions, capabilities and partnerships.

NATO Handbook - Edition 2005/2006

A completely revised edition, covering current policies and structures of NATO

AWACS: NATO's eyes in the sky

An in-depth look at the role of the NATO AWACS fleet which has provided critical airborne surveillance and control capabilities to the Alliance over the past 25 years. The fleet also plays an important role in crisis management and peace support operations.

Water - a key security asset

In many cases, water has exacerbated or been the cause of conflict in the world. This brochure explains how NATO facilitates a variety of water management projects to prevent flooding and droughts, as well as damage to infrastructure for water supplies.

Tackling challenges of defence reform

Adapting the armed forces to be able to respond to perceived threats is one of the principal aims of defence reform. This brochure explains how NATO is helping countries to manage the consequences of defence reform by training redundant military, converting military bases, and destroying munitions.

Earthquake-induced disasters: limiting the damage

This publication describes the initiative launched by NATO to help earthquake stricken countries through preventive measures and disaster response assistance.

The Virtual Silk Highway

The Virtual Silk Highway Project is a satellite-based network that provides Internet access to scientists and researchers in the Southern Caucasus and Central Asia.

The Disposal of Albania's Anti-personnel Mine Stockpiles

This publication illustrates NATO's programme to help Albania meet the demands and challenges of its ammunition-related problems.

Flood Prevention in Ukraine

Because civil emergency planning and disaster preparedness is a key component of the NATO-Ukraine Charter for a Distinctive Partnership, NATO agreed to fund and coordinate the first phase of a pilot project on flood prevention and response.

Afghanistan Progress Report

The NATO-led International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) has been operating in Afghanistan for several years, and this report offers a snapshot of progress in the main areas where the international community provides support to the Afghan Government.

Riga Summit Reader’s Guide.

The Riga Summit Reader’s Guide includes all the official texts and declarations issued or endorsed at the Riga Summit and provides background information on NATO's current operations and missions, capabilities and partnerships.

Discover NATO

Discover NATO through colours, impressions, thoughts and movement

NATO Review - New horizons

This special printed issue of NATO Review brings together much of the best writing to appear in recent electronic editions. Articles cover NATO's political evolution, the Alliance's growing involvement in peace operations, NATO's role in combating terrorism and the Alliance's growing engagement with the Middle East.

Building peace and stability in crisis regions

The greatest and most visible change in NATO's activities since the end of the Cold War is its involvement in ending conflict,restoring peace and building stability in crisis regions. The Alliance is currently involved in a variety of capacities in complex, peace-support operations on three continents: in the former Yugoslavia in Europe, in Afghanistan and Iraq in Asia, and in Darfur, Sudan, in Africa. NATO's unique crisis-management capabilities are of increasing importance to wider international security.

The Environment and Security

Environmental factors can have an impact on conflicts and levels of stability. This brochure explains how NATO assists regions that are vulnerable to these environmental problems

NATO Review - Examining NATO's Transformation

This special printed issue of NATO Review was prepared for the NATO Secretary General's 2005 Annual Conference Transforming NATO - A Political and Military Challenge and takes a hard look at how NATO is adapting to the new, post-9/11 security environment.

Security through Partnership

Publication examining NATO cooperation with Partner countries through the Partnership for Peace and the Euro-Atlantic Partnership Council

Bringing peace and stability to the Balkans

Almost exactly nine years since NATO deployed forces in Bosnia and Herzegovina in what was the Alliance's first peacekeeping operation, that mission is being brought to a successful conclusion.

NATO Review - Historic Change in the Balkans

To mark the end of the Stabilisation Force in Bosnia and Herzegovina, this special printed edition of the NATO Review examines the progress that has been made both in Bosnia and Herzegovina and throughout the Balkans in recent years and the challenges ahead.

Istanbul Summit Reader's Guide

This reader's guide brings together all the official texts and declarations issued or endorsed by the Istanbul Summit. Each text is reproduced in its entirety and represents the formal views of NATO and the countries which participated in the various meetings at Istanbul.

NATO after Istanbul

An overview of the decisions taken at the NATO Summit in Istanbul, Turkey - 28-29 June 2004

For and Against: Debating Euro-Atlantic security options - Volume I

Publication bringing together and reproducing the debates that appeared in the on-line edition of NATO Review in 2002 and 2003. NATO Review is the Alliance's quarterly on-line magazine on current policy issues.

NATO Transformed

A comprehensive introduction describing how NATO works and covering policy development in the principal areas of Alliance activity.

NATO Review Istanbul Summit Special

For the Istanbul Summit, a special, one-off printed edition of the NATO Review brings together much of the most relevant writing to have appeared in recent electronic issues and a range of new articles covering the principal Summit themes of capabilities, operations and partnerships.

NATO in the 21st Century

A concise introduction to NATO for readers seeking a short overview.

Enhancing security and extending stability through NATO enlargement

This brochure describes the process of NATO enlargement that culminated in the accession of seven new members to the North Atlantic Treaty in March 2004. It includes analysis of the 1995 Study on NATO Enlargement and the Membership Action Plan as well as a short history of all five rounds of NATO enlargement.

The Prague Summit and NATO's Transformation

A comprehensive guide explaining the decisions taken at the Prague Summit, 21-22 November 2002 and the conclusions of the Summit.

NATO after Prague

An overview of the decisions taken at the landmark Prague Summit, 21-22 November 2002.