Keir Starmer's government is reportedly planning to slash Britain's international aid budget, potentially by up to half, to fund an increase in defense spending to at least 2.5% of GDP by 2030. This shift comes as European nations aim to fill the void left by reduced U.S. support for Ukraine following the Trump administration. Labour had previously promised to increase aid from 0.5% to 0.7% of GDP, but these plans may be reconsidered in light of funding needs for defense. Critics warn that cutting aid could damage the UK's global standing.
Keir Starmer is expected to announce significant cuts to Britain's international aid budget to finance an increase in defense spending, in response to shifting geopolitical dynamics.
Sources indicate that the proposed increase to 2.5% of GDP on defense spending is insufficient, stressing the necessity of a hike to at least 3%.
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