Trump Signs ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ into Law: What It Means for Tax, Defense and Aid
President Trump enacts the One Big Beautiful Bill – $4T in tax cuts, deep social program cuts and defense boosts. Here’s what you need to know.
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Chinese Mainland Accuses NATO of Defamation Over Asia-Pacific Expansion
Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun accuses NATO of ‘defaming’ the Chinese mainland’s military development to justify Asia-Pacific expansion and calls for peace talks.
NATO Eyes 5% GDP Defense Goal by 2035, Ramps Up Ukraine Support
NATO agrees to ramp up defense spending to 5% of GDP by 2035, split between core defense (3.5%) and infrastructure (1.5%), while reaffirming ironclad support for Ukraine.
NATO Summit Eyes 5% GDP Defense Spending: Global Youth Weigh In
NATO summit plans to raise defense spending to 5% of GDP over the next decade, sparking an opinion poll among young global citizens.
NATO’s 5% GDP Defense Plan: Economic & Social Trade-Offs
NATO plans to boost defense spending to 5% of GDP, up from 2%. We explore how this leap could reshape member states’ economies, social programs and future priorities.
NATO Faces Rift Over 5% Defense Spending Target
As NATO leaders meet in Brussels, Italy, Spain and others clash over a US push for a 5% GDP defense spending target, exposing wider unity challenges.
What to Expect at the NATO Summit in The Hague: Defense Spending Takes Center Stage
NATO members head to The Hague on June 24-25 to debate a new defense spending target, from a US-backed 5% GDP goal to a Rutte compromise for 3.5% core and 1.5% infrastructure.
US Presses Japan to Lift Defense Budget to 3.5% of GDP, Cancels Security Talks
The US has urged Japan to hike defense spending to 3.5% of GDP, prompting Tokyo to cancel a crucial 2-plus-2 security meeting in Washington.
Australia Stays the Course on AUKUS Amid U.S. Review
Australia reaffirms commitment to the AUKUS security pact despite a U.S. review, with Defense Minister Marles confident on submarines and spending autonomy.
Real Threat in Asia-Pacific: US Military Build-up vs China’s Cooperation
Pete Hegseth’s push for Asia-Pacific defence spending and mini-lateral alliances clashes with the Chinese mainland’s call for multilateral cooperation, raising the question: what truly threatens regional stability?
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