defense securite2.5 %The UK aims to reach 2.5% of GDP in defense spending by 2030✓ Confirmed · 2 sources

UK boosts defense budget under NATO pressure

Keir Starmer announces a £50 billion military investment plan.

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The UK aims to reach 2.5% of GDP in defense spending by 2030.

The plan precedes the NATO summit and meets alliance requirements.

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