News live: Gallagher defends Australia’s ‘billions of dollars’ on defence spend after Nato decision to increase to 5% of GDP
The GuardianWednesday, June 25, 2025 at 11:47:47 PM
Australia's Finance Minister Katy Gallagher is justifying the country's hefty defense spending, which aligns with NATO's push for members to allocate at least 5% of GDP to military budgets. Meanwhile, Deputy Liberal leader Sussan Ley is calling for the party to rebrand itself as more supportive of women, following recent electoral setbacks.
Editor’s Note: Defense spending is always a hot topic—especially when global alliances like NATO are pressuring members to ramp it up. Gallagher’s comments suggest Australia isn’t backing down, even as critics question priorities. On the flip side, Ley’s remarks highlight internal party struggles, showing how political factions are scrambling to adapt after losing ground with key demographics. Both stories reflect bigger debates: how much should nations spend on security, and how do political parties stay relevant in changing times?
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