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Australia's Defence Spending: Debate Over Meeting Trump's Target

Primul articol: 16 apr. 2026, 12:59 | Ultima actualizare: 16 apr. 2026, 12:59 | 1 sursa | 1 articol

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Australia's defence spending is under scrutiny amid questions of whether it is being increased to meet a target informally set by former US President Donald Trump. The Guardian article examines the ambiguity surrounding the figures, suggesting that the government may be presenting a misleading picture of its commitment to defence spending.

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The Guardian English 16 apr. 2026, 12:59 (acum 6 ore)

Has Marles bowed to Trump’s wishes on defence spending? The figures are as clear as mud

The defence minister insists that increases in spending did not happen because of thinktanks, retired generals ‘or washed-up bureaucrats’Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastIf there’s anyone who knows just how much pressure Donald Trump is heaping on allies to lift defence spending, it’s Richard Marles.The message was received loud and clear when he met his US counterpart, Pete Hegseth, in Singapore nearly a year ago. Continue reading...

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