It is also evidence of the degree to which adaptation is seeking to address the legitimate security concerns of all States Parties. But much still needs to be done. There are tough decisions ahead for all parties. Translating the work done thus far, and the underlying political agreements, into legal treaty text is a major task. No less critical are the continued efforts of the United States and its allies to ensure the full and timely implementation of all existing CFE obligations under the current treaty and its associated documents.
Implementation is the foundation on which successful adaptation can go forward.
Looking further ahead, work on CFE will not end at Istanbul. From its inception, CFE has become both a process and a venue for continuous dialogue on the security concerns of its participants and, whenever possible, cooperative solutions.