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Trump is absolutely right: We must step up on defence spending, Wes Streeting says
What happened
Defence Secretary Wes Streeting believes Britain needs to be war-fighting ready by 2030 and that the UK should increase its defence spending to deter Russia and be prepared to defeat enemies if deterrence fails. He thinks the UK should carry more responsibility for defending its continent. Streeting agrees with President Trump that the UK should step up its defence spending.
Why it matters
The UK's defence spending is being discussed in light of escalating threats from Russia, and Streeting's comments suggest that the UK's preparedness for defence is under scrutiny.
Key facts
- Wes Streeting agrees with Donald Trump on defence spending
- The UK wants to be war-fighting ready by 2030
- Streeting believes the UK should carry more responsibility for defending its continent
- The Defence Secretary thinks the UK's current defence spending is not enough.
Official statement
“We want to be deterring Russia, and we want to make sure that if deterrence fails, we’re ready to defeat our enemies.”
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