>I have borrowed the title. One of the most famous and high ranking bloggers, Admiral James G. Stavridis, the Supreme Allied Commander, has posted a blog about his visit to Turkey at the end of August. I know this is not new or up-to-date but I have just seen it.
At the reception following the event, I was struck once again with the critical geopolitical importance of Turkey: an expanding population of over 70 million, the largest Army in NATO after the United States, a resilient economy, and a strategic location on both the Black Sea and the Mediterranean.
We are lucky to have such a vital country as a friend and ally in NATO. Clearly we will disagree over a variety of issues, as we did recently in the Security Council over Iranian sanctions; but over time, the relationship with Turkey must remain strong and balanced.
To be the most senior officer in NATO means to have a political sense as well. Admiral Stavridis shows that he has a political side too.
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