NATO Summit in The Hague Backs 5% Defense Spending Goal
NATO’s Hague summit debates a 5% GDP defense spending target by 2035 as security priorities shift amid global tensions.
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NATO Ministers Clash Over 5% GDP Defense Spending Timeline
NATO defense ministers backed a plan to raise military spending to 5% of GDP but clashed on timelines and budget categories ahead of the June 24-25 summit in The Hague.
China’s Defense Modernization: Balancing Security and Sustainable Growth
China advances military capabilities with a focus on technology and maintaining defense spending below global averages, balancing security with sustainable economic growth.
82% Globally Concerned About Strengthened Japan-U.S. Military Ties
A CGTN poll reveals that 82% of global respondents are concerned about the deepening military ties between Japan and the U.S., fearing regional instability.
Global Military Expenditure Reaches $2.443 Trillion, Highest Since 2009
Global military spending has reached a record $2.443 trillion in 2023, driven by major powers like the U.S. and Japan amid rising geopolitical tensions.
2024 Taiwan Election: Shaping Future of Cross-Strait Relations
The 2024 Taiwan regional leadership election is set to influence cross-Strait relations and the stability of the Asia-Pacific, amid rising defense budgets and calls for reunification.
US and Japan Set Record Defense Budgets for 2024 Amid Rising Geopolitical Tensions
The US and Japan are boosting their defense budgets to record levels in 2024, intensifying geopolitical tensions and sparking debates on global peace and economic priorities.
Chinese Mainland’s Steady Defense Budget Signals Confidence in Peaceful Taiwan Reunification
Insights from Zhou Bo reveal how the Chinese mainland’s stable defense budget reflects confidence in achieving peaceful reunification with Taiwan.