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NATO Leaders Agree to Raise Defense Spending

NATO首脳陣、国防費引き上げで合意

  • LEVEL0

    In June, NATO leaders met in the Netherlands. They agreed to spend more money on defense by 2035.

    President Trump asked for this. He is worried about countries including Russia. Spain said no because of money problems.

    The leaders once again agreed to help each other when one is attacked. They also promised they will keep supporting Ukraine.

  • LEVEL1

    In June, NATO leaders met in The Hague to discuss defense and security issues. They agreed to significantly increase their yearly spending by 2035.

    President Trump had asked for this increase due to threats from countries such as Russia. Each member must create yearly plans to show their progress. Only Spain refused because of economic problems. However, Trump threatened it with higher tariffs if it did not agree.

    Despite some issues, all leaders once again promised to support any member that is attacked. They also promised further support for Ukraine.

  • LEVEL2

    From June 24th to 25th, NATO leaders met in The Hague to discuss defense and global security challenges. They agreed to raise annual defense-related spending from the current 2% to 5% of GDP by 2035.

    This goal aligns with a request from President Trump. The move is intended to counter long-term threats, especially from Russia. Spending will cover military capabilities and infrastructure, as well as cyber defense and civil preparedness. Each country will submit yearly plans to show progress toward the target. Only Spain refused, citing a need to prioritize domestic welfare. Trump later threatened Spain with higher tariffs to pressure it into compliance.

    Despite some disagreements, the allies reaffirmed their defense pledge: an attack on one is an attack on all. They also committed to continued support for Ukraine.