NATO seeks 30% increase in military capacity from allies

NATO is planning to ask European countries and Canada for a significant increase in their military supplies. An official from NATO has indicated that the alliance wants a boost of about 30% in weaponry and equipment over the next few years. These new targets for military capability are being discussed and are expected to be finalized by early June, when defense ministers meet in Brussels. This update comes as a response to increasing threats from Russia. It also aligns with previous calls from former President Donald Trump for NATO members to increase their defense spending. To meet these goals, most European allies and Canada will need to invest considerably more money. The targets will require an increase in defense spending to over 3% of each country's gross domestic product. This level is anticipated to be set at a NATO summit in The Hague in late June. The new military focus will include improvements in air defense systems, deep-fire capabilities, logistics, communication systems, and land maneuvering capacities. NATO aims to enhance these areas, with a particular emphasis on air defense. Despite the increases in European and Canadian capabilities, the United States is expected to remain a vital support for NATO, particularly in areas like intelligence and logistics.