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Estonia Boosts Defense Spending to 5.4% by 2026

6/13/2025

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Estonia is ramping up its defense budget to 5.4% of GDP by 2026, injecting €2.8 billion over the next four years. This ambitious plan includes cutting-edge drones, advanced air defense systems, new naval vessels, and a strategic military base near Russia, all aimed at bolstering personnel capacity and long-range strike capabilities.

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Estonia is ramping up its defense budget to 5.4% of GDP by 2026, injecting €2.8 billion over the next four years. This ambitious plan includes cutting-edge drones, advanced air defense systems, new naval vessels, and a strategic military base near Russia, all aimed at bolstering personnel capacity and long-range strike capabilities.