The European Union has unveiled a white paper addressing defense rearmament among member states, reflecting heightened concerns about potential U.S. disengagement amid increasing Russian military aggression. The proposal outlines mobilizing up to 800 billion dollars, which includes easing fiscal rules to enhance defense spending. The white paper details a timeline for collaborative defense efforts, particularly focusing on joint acquisitions of European arms. EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas emphasizes the urgent need for a long-term defense strategy, especially as member states, particularly Poland and the Baltic countries, are already investing significantly beyond NATO requirements due to historical threats from Russia.
The international order is undergoing changes of a magnitude not seen since 1945, said the EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas, the former prime minister of Estonia.
Regardless of the ongoing negotiations for peace in Ukraine, this is a long-term investment in [response to] a long-term plan of aggression, said Kallas.
Wednesday's white paper, published by the European Commission, puts flesh on the bones ... by setting a concrete timeline for countries to react.
EU countries ramped up their collective defense spending by over 30% between 2021 and 2024 in response to Russia's threats.
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