Britain has announced a significant increase in military spending, signaling a commitment to burden-sharing with the U.S. ahead of Prime Minister Keir Starmer's meeting with President Trump. The UK's expenditure will rise to 2.5% of GDP by 2027 and 3% by 2034, funded by a 40% cut in overseas development aid.
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