Hegseth Draws the Line at 3.5% of GDP for Asian Allies
Hegseth named the price of continued American protection: 3.5 per cent of GDP. Allies who refuse face 'a clear shift in how we do business.'
Hegseth named the price of continued American protection: 3.5 per cent of GDP. Allies who refuse face 'a clear shift in how we do business.'
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