‘Almost near consensus’: US reveals Nato close to deal on 5% defence spending goal

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‘Almost near consensus’: US reveals Nato close to deal on 5% defence spending goal

Thursday 5th June 2025, 11:41AM

NATO allies are nearing consensus on a new defence spending target of five per cent of GDP, according to US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth. This move aims to satisfy US President Donald Trump’s demand for increased contributions. The proposed benchmark includes spending on core defence and infrastructure.

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