NATO Allies Agree 5% Defence and Security Spending Target

NATO leaders agreed at The Hague on 25 June 2025 to aim for defence and security spending of 5% of GDP by 2035. The commitment combines at least 3.5% for core defence with up to 1.5% for related infrastructure and resilience. Donald Trump called it a victory after pressing allies to spend more. Spain disputed the requirement. Allies agreed the higher target under heavy pressure from Washington.