Madrid says it will oppose calls to raise alliance’s defense spending to 5% of GDP, arguing security goals should be balanced with economic stability and social spending
Madrid says it will oppose calls to raise alliance’s defense spending to 5% of GDP, arguing security goals should be balanced with economic stability and social spending
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