Summary
- NATO’s new chief, Mark Rutte, downplayed concerns over the impact of a potential Donald Trump victory in the upcoming US elections.
- Rutte pledged to continue supporting Ukraine and work with both US presidential candidates.
- His priorities include backing Kyiv, increasing defense spending among NATO members, and strengthening ties with partners in the Asia Pacific.
- Rutte faces challenges in stewarding support for Ukraine and pushing member nations to spend more on their militaries.