Britain has pretty much always met that two percent spending goal. It's steady. It's increasing very slightly next year. But they have two major problems right now for the military.
The economy is contracting. Secondly, and this has always actually been a problem for Britain's military, is it's not the quality, it's the quantity. Severe manpower shortages.
They're having real problems with recruitment and retention. They're overstretched. They're maintaining a global presence with a tiny military. And France is having a similar situation.
Pakistan and Egypt's economic crises weaken military strength and regional stability. Declining military influence globally may undermine overall security.
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