The long-term strengthening of the deterrence and defence posture increases the importance of NATO's collective defence, in line with the negative changes in the international security environment. In the coming years, all allies will be required to make additional efforts which will be reflected in the development of more advanced capabilities, additional contributions to allied and related structures, a greater range of exercises, and a higher level of force readiness. 3.2 Defence policy and international cooperation The consequences of crisis situations, instability, and conflicts in the world may have negative effects on the national security of the Republic of Slovenia in the globally interdependent and interconnected environment. It is therefore important to address the causes of instability at the place of their origin through various foreign, defence, and security policy mechanisms, and in accordance with the provisions of international law. The Republic of Slovenia, as a responsible member of the international community, will contribute to international political, military and other efforts for peace, security and stability in the Western Balkans and in the wider European area, the Mediterranean, the Middle East, Sub-Saharan Africa, and Central Asia, in accordance with its capabilities and the provisions of national and international law. It will also be active in providing assistance in the event of natural and other disasters in these areas. Participation of the Slovenian Armed Forces in international operations and missions, and in NATO and European Union response forces, will remain an important factor in achieving responsiveness and a higher level of competence, efficiency and interoperability of forces. The Republic of Slovenia will maintain a discernible comparative share in terms of broader burden-sharing, and adjust the contribution ratio for international operations and missions and for NATO and European Union response forces in line with its operational priorities. It will also support the mission and efforts of the United Nations and the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe in various fields. The Republic of Slovenia will contribute to ensuring the common defence of its territory, people and values by participating in the basic tasks of the Alliance, such as collective defence, crisis management and cooperative security. The commitment of the Republic of Slovenia to the North Atlantic Treaty will be manifested through joint contribution to the deterrence and collective defence measures, contribution to response forces, and participation in exercises and other activities to ensure preparedness for various security challenges and threats, taking into account the sustainability of forces and their capabilities. The Republic of Slovenia will establish its national defence capacity and the agreed target capabilities of the Alliance in accordance with its national interests and needs. It will contribute to the implementation of the Global Strategy for the European Union's Foreign and Security Policy in the area of security. It will strengthen the efforts to ensure resilience in the south and east of the European Union, a common approach to conflicts and crises, regional cooperation, and international law. 12