(VOVworld)- Afghanistan, partnerships with Russia and Georgia, and preparations for next year’s Summit of Allied leaders are top issues to be discussed during a two-day NATO Foreign Ministers meeting which opened on Tuesday. This is an opportunity for the 29 Foreign Ministers to exchange views on Syria, Afghanistan, missile defense and transparency. NATO Foreign Ministers will discuss with their Georgian counterpart, Ms. Maia Panjikidze, to discuss Georgia’s reform plans and prospects for deeper cooperation in the wake of the recent national elections. In regard to Afghanistan, a NATO spokesperson said NATO and partner countries which contribute to the International Security Assistance Force mission, will review security preparations for next year’s presidential elections.