NATO: Rutte praises spending increases as a “true shift in mindset”

After years of stagnation, European NATO member states and Canada have once again increased their defense spending by 20%. Rutte sees this as a “genuine shift in mindset” and praises Trump’s decisive role in pushing for higher targets.

27. March 2026
Mark Rutte at the presentation of the Alliance Annual Report (IMAGO / ZUMA Press Wire)

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Last updated: 27. March 2026