NATO Chief Stresses Alliance's Vital Role Amid Global Challenges

Jens Stoltenberg highlights defense spending increases and the importance of supporting Ukraine in the face of threats from Russia and China.

NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg reassures that the U.S. will remain a committed member of NATO, regardless of the outcome of the upcoming presidential election.
Stoltenberg emphasizes the importance of supporting Ukraine and rearming NATO to counter threats from Russia and China, highlighting the interconnectedness of global security challenges.
The NATO chief highlights significant defense spending increases among member states, with at least half expected to meet the 2 percent GDP threshold for defense spending this year.
Stoltenberg addresses concerns about Trump's potential impact on NATO, noting bipartisan support for the alliance in Congress and previous increases in defense spending under Trump's administration.
The NATO chief warns that a Russian victory in Ukraine could embolden China, underscoring the global implications of the conflict.