Britain has announced a commitment to spend 5% of its GDP on defense by 2035, following extensive negotiations with allies and addressing concerns over NATO spending targets. This pledge, which combines 3.5% for traditional defense and 1.5% for broader societal resilience, aims to strengthen military capability amidst global conflicts. Although this commitment positions the UK positively against NATO peers, concerns arise regarding its timing and potential internal implications, especially since the spending built upon already allocated funds by the Treasury and would only take effect after the next elections.
"The UK's pledge aligns with NATO's new spending targets but at a slower pace than key allies including Poland; Britain pushed for a later deadline."
"Some defence officials have privately said the headline figure risks conflating military capability with investment already budgeted for by the Treasury."
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