Spain was the only NATO ally not to commit to a large increase in military expenditures. Its embrace of a social safety net is a key reason.
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Spain was the only NATO ally not to commit to a large increase in military expenditures. Its embrace of a social safety net is a key reason.
By Lara Jakes and José Bautista
Respondents said they trust NATO and the EU more than their government
Spanish PM Pedro Sanchez warns the spending hike would undermine EU efforts to build its own security and defence base.
MADRID: Spain has rejected a NATO proposal to spend 5 percent of gross domestic product on defense needs that’s due to be…
MADRID: Spain has rejected a NATO proposal to spend 5 percent of gross domestic product on defense needs that’s due to be…
Experts argue Spain has hiked defence spending without a clear long-term policy
PM Pedro Sánchez says he wants a ‘more flexible formula’ that would make target optional or allow Madrid to opt out
