The Prime Minister committed to "the largest sustained increase since the Cold War",
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced a significant boost to defence spending during a speech at the Defence conference in London.
The Prime Minister committed to "the largest sustained increase since the Cold War", amounting to £13.4 billion year on year.
The announcement comes amid what Starmer described as "a new, more dangerous era of history".
Starmer emphasised the importance of deepening partnerships with allies across Europe and the United States.
"To the United States, an indispensable ally for our economic and national security," he stated.
The Prime Minister revealed that talks with the US have been ongoing, with more details to follow.
"I will always act in our national interest for workers, businesses and families," he pledged.
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