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Norway Boosts Defense Spending to 5% Amid Russia Threats

6/22/2025

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Norway's Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre has pledged to boost defense spending to 5% of GDP, driven by escalating threats from Russia. This significant increase allocates 3.5% for military defense and 1.5% for related investments, reinforcing the nation's commitment to security as NATO prepares for its upcoming summit in The Hague.

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Norway's Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre has pledged to boost defense spending to 5% of GDP, driven by escalating threats from Russia. This significant increase allocates 3.5% for military defense and 1.5% for related investments, reinforcing the nation's commitment to security as NATO prepares for its upcoming summit in The Hague.