2024-06-18 06:20:48
Record Number of NATO Allies Hit Military Spending Targets
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China - South China Morning Post
China support for Russia in Ukraine compels Nato to seek Asian partnerships: top official
Politics
China's support for Russia in Ukraine has compelled NATO to seek global partnerships, particularly in the Indo-Pacific region, and increase defense spending. NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg stated that the alignment between Russia and authoritarian countries in Asia emphasizes the need for close collaboration with Indo-Pacific allies to uphold the international rules-based order. Australia, Japan, New Zealand, and South Korea are set to join the upcoming NATO summit to provide their pe..
New York Times - Europe
Record Number of NATO Allies Hit Military Spending Targets
Politics
President Biden and NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg announced that a record number of allies are meeting their military spending commitments, aiming to show a strong response to Russia's actions in Ukraine. NATO is preparing to take on a larger role in Ukraine's security, with plans for security assistance and training. The number of allies meeting the 2% GDP spending target on defense has increased significantly over the years.
Tagesschau - Aktuelle Nachrichten aus Europa
23 states reach target NATO defense spending significantly increased
Politics
Germany and 22 other NATO member states are expected to reach or exceed the two percent target for defense spending. Poland and Estonia lead the ranking, while countries like Spain, Slovenia, and Luxembourg will significantly miss the target. The increase in defense spending is praised as the largest increase in decades.
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