

9 obstacles to the comprehensive approach
Over the past years, a new phrase has become part of most NATO Generals’ standard lexicon. A phrase with much inferred meaning and with many consequences. One which in many capitals has lauded in a paradigm shift in the workings between Defence, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and other (non-)governmental agencies. Carried by policymakers, humanitarian and servicemen alike, the comprehensive – or integrated – approach has even been elevated to doctrine; often depicted as the