NATO 2024 report omits previous support for Georgia, Ukraine membership bids

NATO’s latest annual report has dropped references to supporting Georgia and Ukraine’s aspirations to join the Alliance, marking a shift from the language used in previous years.

The 2024 Annual Report, published this week, omits key statements from the 2023 edition, which had reaffirmed NATO’s commitment to backing Ukraine’s reform efforts “on the path to future membership” and highlighted the creation of the NATO-Ukraine Council as a platform for political dialogue and deeper cooperation.

Similarly, the 2023 report had described Georgia as a “close NATO partner and aspirant,” noting the Alliance’s longstanding support for the country’s Euro-Atlantic integration through practical cooperation and reforms.

This year’s report makes no mention of NATO’s position on Georgia and Ukraine’s membership prospects, nor does it reiterate support for their accession. The omission comes amid growing geopolitical tensions and debates within the Alliance about enlargement and security commitments.

NATO has not publicly explained the changes in wording.