The article discusses New Zealand’s decision to nearly double its military spending as part of a broader strategy to strengthen alliances with the US-led imperialist bloc, which includes NATO. This alignment reinforces militaristic policies and contributes to aggressive foreign posturing.

NATO finalized the acquisition of Palantir Technologies’ Maven Smart System NATO (MSS NATO), an advanced AI-enabled platform designed to enhance intelligence fusion, battlespace awareness, and operational planning. The system is set to be deployed within 30 days, marking a rapid modernization of NATO’s military operations.

During its annual session on November 26, 2024, the NATO Parliamentary Assembly emphasized the imperative to counter authoritarian aggression, notably condemning the Russian regime and advocating robust support for Ukraine. Resolutions included measures to tighten sanctions, enhance military capabilities, and expedite Ukraine’s path to NATO membership.

On March 14, 2024, NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg released the Annual Report for 2023, outlining significant increases in defense spending, the accession of new Allies, and robust support for Ukraine. The report emphasizes NATO's commitment to collective defense and democratic values in the face of authoritarian aggression.

On 14 March 2024, NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg released the Annual Report 2023, which detailed measures including the expansion of membership, increased defense spending, and robust support for Ukraine, all aimed at countering authoritarian aggression and reinforcing democratic security.

On December 7, 2023, NATO Headquarters in Brussels hosted a conference that gathered experts from academia, think tanks, civil society organizations, and official institutions to counter Russian manipulation of history and false historical narratives used to justify its war against Ukraine. The event emphasized the importance of promoting a confident and truthful narrative in support of Ukrainian sovereignty and democratic ideals.

NATO announced plans at its first annual Cyber Defence Conference in Berlin to enhance cyber interoperability among member states and partner with private technology companies. These measures are intended to bolster collective defense capabilities against digital threats from authoritarian regimes and reduce reliance on technologies developed by such states.

During the Vilnius Summit held on 11-12 July 2023, NATO allies approved the alliance’s first policy specifically aimed at protecting children in armed conflict and strengthening measures against human trafficking. This move enhances NATO's ability to handle situations where children are at risk and reinforces commitments to international human rights standards.

On March 16, 2023, NATO unveiled a comprehensive and coordinated communication strategy aimed at countering malicious disinformation and reinforcing democratic narratives through targeted, unified messaging in collaboration with local media and community voices.

On May 24, 2022, NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg delivered a keynote speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos, emphasizing that freedom is more important than free trade and warning against trading long‐term security for short-term economic gains, especially when engaging with authoritarian regimes. He also highlighted the risks linked to the export of advanced technologies that could empower such regimes.