UK Chancellor of the Exchequer John Healey told The Times that the government will set out a “clear


He stressed that London intends to meet its NATO commitment by 2035, while also setting a specific date for reaching the 3% level.


“For the first time at the spending review, we will set out a clear

According to the UK Office for Budget Responsibility, reaching defence spending of 3% of GDP by 2030 would require an additional £17.3 billion ($23.4 billion). The government also needs to close a £4.7 billion funding gap to meet its existing defence investment plan.


Healey said defence would be “central” to the upcoming spending review.


By Jeyhun Aghazada