Donald Trump is contemplating ramping up his demand for navy spending by Nato members from 2 per cent to three per cent of GDP, The Occasions has been informed.
Trump’s “considering is evolving” in the direction of the brand new goal — presently solely met by the US and two different members — as the value for continued American dedication to the widespread defence of Europe if he returns to energy in November’s election.
The previous president has been influenced by the arguments of President Duda of Poland, who has referred to as for a big enhance in defence spending throughout the alliance, based on a supply near Trump. The pair met for talks in New York final month.
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