Spain Rejects NATO's Defense Spending Proposal
Spain has declined NATO's proposal to allocate 5% of its GDP to defense spending, calling it 'unreasonable.' The move contrasts with other US allies, like Sweden and the Netherlands, who are on board with the target. Spanish PM Pedro Sánchez expressed the stance through a letter to NATO.
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Spain has declined a forthcoming NATO proposal asking member countries to allocate 5% of their GDP to defense spending, labeling it 'unreasonable.' The proposal is expected to be formally announced at the upcoming NATO summit in The Hague.
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez communicated Spain's position in a letter to NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte, clarifying that Spain is unwilling to commit to the specific spending target. Sánchez emphasized financial constraints as the main reason for the decision.
While Spain remains firm in its stance, most US allies within NATO, including Sweden and the Netherlands, are moving forward to meet the new defense expenditure target, showcasing a divide in alliance spending commitments.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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