Sir Keir Starmer is advocating for increased defense spending in the UK, targeting 3% of the GDP due to heightened threats from Russia, including cyber-attacks and military incursions. Speaking at BAE Systems in Glasgow, he emphasized a need for a comprehensive defense review to bolster national security. The Prime Minister is committed to enhancing military capabilities, potentially reallocating funds from welfare and aid. Starmer, however, refrains from specifying a timeline for this spending, prioritizing fiscal responsibility over political theatrics in defense planning.
Starmer has vowed to spend 3% of the UK's gross domestic product (GDP) on defence, saying it will help make Britain 'battle ready'.
The Prime Minister described the defence review as a blueprint to make Britain 'safer and stronger' amidst rising threats from Russia.
Starmer emphasized the importance of understanding funding realities before committing to precise defense spending timelines, rejecting performative politics.
The Prime Minister noted a commitment to 2.5% of GDP by 2027, indicating a focus on tangible defense and security priorities.
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