NATO summit eyes 5% defence spending target amid rising skepticism
Tuesday, May 27, 2025, 9:21 am
As NATO leaders prepare to meet in The Hague, discussions are heating up over setting a new 5% GDP spending target. Experts warn this ambitious push could present massive budgetary challenges for member nations, including Canada, while policymakers exchange knowing glances over yet another lofty goal.
When representatives of NATO nations meet in The Hague late next month, they're expected to dramatically hike the alliance's defence spending target for members — the one Canada is failing to hit already.
Le secrétaire général de l’Alliance croit qu’un nouvel objectif de dépenses de 5% du PIB sera fixé en juin à La Haye.
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