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NATO Agrees on 2025 Defense Spending Goal

Source: NATO agrees to higher defence spending goal, Spain says it is opting out (2025-06-23)

NATO countries have approved a new summit statement that sets a collective defense spending target of 2% of GDP by 2025, reaffirming their commitment to collective security amid ongoing geopolitical tensions. The agreement was reached during the alliance's summit in The Hague, with leaders emphasizing the importance of increased investment in defense capabilities to address emerging threats. The summit's consensus underscores NATO's focus on strengthening military readiness and deterrence, particularly in light of Russia's invasion of Ukraine and other security challenges. While most member states are on track to meet the 2% goal, some nations have committed to accelerating their defense budgets to ensure the alliance remains capable of responding effectively to future crises.

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