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What is NATO?

AA European economic and trade organisation similar to the World Trade Organisation
BA bilateral trade and economic agreement between Britain and the United States
CA military alliance of European and North American countries for mutual defence
DThe United Nations body for protecting and monitoring human rights worldwide

Explanation

NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organisation) is an alliance of European and North American countries. It was created to maintain peace and help member countries defend each other if attacked.

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