NATO Urges Germany to Boost Defense Spending

NATO Secretary General Rutte has called on Germany to significantly increase its defense spending and arms production. This demand is driven by the perceived threats from Russia and China.

NATO members are urged to exceed the previous target of spending two percent of GDP on defense. Rutte's call comes ahead of the next NATO summit in The Hague, where a new spending benchmark, potentially exceeding three percent, will be discussed.

This push for higher spending is partly influenced by pressure from former US President Trump, who demanded increased contributions from NATO allies. Currently, only about two-thirds of NATO countries meet the existing two-percent target, with Germany among those falling short.

Rutte emphasizes the need for a fair distribution of defense responsibilities between Europe, Canada, and the USA. As tensions rise, NATO aims to demonstrate unity and strength to deter potential conflicts.