Netherlands Commits Troops to NATO Rapid Response Force

摘要

The Netherlands has committed to providing 3,100 troops to the NATO Alliance's rapid response force in 2008. These troops will be involved in the 25,000-strong NATO force for six months while it is under Dutch and German command. The Netherlands will also provide a mine-clearing vessel, a supply ship, 12 F-16 fighter jets, two Patriot anti-missile systems, a battalion of engineers, a field hospital, and a reconnaissance battalion.