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Investing.com -- On Thursday, NATO’s Secretary-General Mark Rutte announced that Germany is significantly increasing its defense spending, taking a leading role among European NATO members. This move comes as European countries continue to show their support for Ukraine amidst changing U.S. policies under President Donald Trump.
Rutte shared these remarks following a meeting with foreign affairs ministers from NATO countries in Antalya, Turkey. "Germany is really taking the lead here," said Rutte, highlighting the country’s commitment to bolstering its defense budget.
The Secretary-General expressed his satisfaction with Germany’s decision, noting the significance given Germany’s economic stature. He said, "It is clear that the German government has committed to spend much more on defense. I am really happy about this because it is the biggest economy in Europe and the second biggest in NATO." The move indicates Germany’s active role in NATO and its commitment to maintaining the alliance’s defense capabilities.
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