We are however neither left on our own nor treated like children. What we have learned is that you need the right political, military, cultural and human attitudes. You also need the right structures manned by the right people. They must be professionals and have the right outlook towards the world, the ability to communicate with the appropriate mind set and in one of the two official languages of the Alliance. And finally you must be tireless in your demands of NATO and of yourself at all times.
Reform is a long process which is far from concluded.
This is how we intend to continue our preparation in the months ahead leading to full membership.