Trump: Nato nations should spend 5% of GDP on defense
Wednesday, 8 January 2025 President-elect Donald Trump has called for Nato countries to increase their defense spending to 5% of their economic output, surpassing the current 2% target. Amidst rising geopolitical tensions, particularly with Russia, Nato is considering a new spending target of at least 3%. Trump also commented on Ukraine's potential Nato membership, highlighting Russia's long-standing opposition.
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President-elect Donald Trump suggested that Nato members should increase their defense spending to 5% of GDP, up from the current 2% minimum. Meanwhile, Nato... IndiaTimes