Future NATO Funding at Collocated Operating Bases Should Focus on Key Needs
C-ID-83-1
Published: Jan 14, 1983. Publicly Released: Jan 14, 1983.
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Highlights
In response to a congressional request, GAO assessed the status and implementation of the collocated operating bases program for augmenting U.S. and allied bases located in Europe with U.S. equipment and aircraft in the event of an emergency. Since GAO first assessed the program in 1977, Congress has been concerned about the increasing requests for U.S. funding to support construction projects for the program.
Recommendations
Recommendations for Executive Action
| Agency Affected | Recommendation | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Department of Defense | The Secretaries of Defense and State should seek NATO's commitment for a minimum level of annual funding and a timeframe for achieving the program's most important objectives. |
Closed – Implemented
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| Department of State | The Secretaries of Defense and State should seek NATO's commitment for a minimum level of annual funding and a timeframe for achieving the program's most important objectives. |
Closed – Implemented
Please call 202/512-6100 for information.
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| Department of Defense | The Secretary of Defense should direct the Air Force to develop a methodology to more accurately assess the operational status of each collocated operating base. |
Closed – Implemented
Please call 202/512-6100 for information.
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| Department of Defense | The Secretary of Defense should develop a data system to collect the up-to-date information on existing capabilities and construction needs. |
Closed – Implemented
Please call 202/512-6100 for information.
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Construction costsCost analysisDefense agreementsDefense operationsEmergency preparednessMilitary aircraftMilitary basesNATO military forcesProgram evaluationInternational organizations