On February 4th, British Prime Minister Stamer met with NATO Secretary General Rutte in Brussels and held a joint press conference. Lute stated at the press conference that he welcomes the UK’s plan to further increase its defense budget. Stamer said that the UK is working hard to set its defense spending target at around 2.5% of gross domestic product. Regarding the possibility of a trade war between the United States and Canada, Rutte stated that it will not affect NATO’s ability to maintain deterrence. Regarding the issue of Trump’s plan to impose tariffs, Stammer said, “It’s still too early, the US and Europe are planning intense discussions.” He said that the UK does not need to make a choice between the US and the EU.
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