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U.S. warns allies to boost defense spending or face consequences, citing South Korea’s example and stressing greater burden-sharing.
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth warned NATO and Indo-Pacific allies that failing to increase defense spending will result in consequences, emphasizing that greater contributors will receive special support.
Speaking at the Reagan National Defense Forum, he cited South Korea’s pledge to reach 3.5% of GDP in defense spending as a model.
The remarks align with the new National Security Strategy, which calls for allies to shoulder more responsibility, reflects concerns over Europe’s future, and shifts U.S. focus toward the Western Hemisphere.
While Japan and South Korea are urged to boost spending, Australia and Taiwan receive rhetorical support without binding demands.
Despite U.S. commitments to the AUKUS pact, including nuclear submarine sales to Australia, officials acknowledge serious challenges in military production capacity, with delays and inadequate contractor performance hindering progress.
Long-term investment is needed to meet defense obligations.
Estados Unidos advierte a los aliados que aumenten el gasto en defensa o enfrentarán consecuencias, citando el ejemplo de Corea del Sur y haciendo hincapié en un mayor reparto de la carga.