European Commission President, Ursula von der Leyen has said that Europe urgently needs to rearm, stressing that member states must be given the ability by their governments to significantly increase defence spending.
Von der Leyen made the statement on Sunday, March 2, following a meeting in London on support for Ukraine. Her warnings come following the fallout between
She emphasize that Europe must also demonstrate to the United States that it is prepared to defend democracy.
“After a long period of under-investment, it is now of utmost importance to increase defence investment for a sustained period.
“Member states need greater fiscal flexibility to enable a surge in defence spending,” she said
Related posts
Falana, Atiku condemn NYSC excuse for withholding Raye’s discharge Certificate
Raye made headlines in March after she publicly criticized the present administration, describing it as worsening economic conditions. Human rights...
Iyabo Ojo loses N1bn defamation suit against Lizzy Anjorin
A Lagos High Court sitting in Osborne, Ikoyi, has dismissed a N1 billion defamation suit filed by Nollywood actress Iyabo...