George Robertson
George Robertson is a prominent Scottish politician and public servant who served as the Secretary of State for Defence in the UK from 1997 to 1999 and later as the Secretary General of NATO from 1999 to 2003. With a background in Labour politics, he played a pivotal role during significant military and security challenges facing Europe in the post-Cold War era. Robertson has been involved in various strategic defence reviews and discussions, particularly focusing on enhancing the efficiency of defence spending and addressing emerging security challenges. He is known for his insights into transatlantic relations and the importance of European security independence, especially in light of contemporary threats such as the Russian aggression towards Ukraine.
Born on Mar 12, 1946 (78 years old)
Global Media Ratings
Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 3 | 6.00 | 0.08% | +10% | 67,886,011 | 60,270 | $2,700,000 | 2,397$ |
| New Zealand | 1 | 9.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 4,822,233 | 2,190 | $210,000 | 95$ |
| Totals | 4 | 72,708,244 | 62,460 | $2,910,000 | 2,492$ |
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United Kingdom:
George Robertson is completing a review of defense as a former secretary-general of NATO.
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New Zealand:
George Robertson is the general manager of Singapore Airlines in New Zealand and praises Sid Sahrawat as one of the country's best chefs.
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United Kingdom:
The strategic defence review commissioned after the election is headed by George Robertson, the former defence secretary and then Nato head.
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United Kingdom:
George Robertson has been leading a strategic defence review to address escalating threats to British security.
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