Mediterranean Dialogue

Its stated aim is "to create good relations and better mutual understanding and confidence throughout the region, promoting regional security and stability and explaining NATO's policies and goals.

It also reinforces and complements the Euro-Mediterranean Partnership and the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe's Mediterranean Initiative.

The Mediterranean Dialogue initially started with five countries but has added two more over time.

[3] On October 16, 2006, NATO and Israel finalized the first-ever Individual Cooperation Programme (ICP)[4] under the enhanced Mediterranean Dialogue, where Israel will be contributing to the NATO maritime Operation Active Endeavour.

The ICP covers many areas of common interest, such as the fight against terrorism and joint military exercises in the Mediterranean Sea.