U.S. acting Secretary of Defense Christopher Miller on Wednesday praised the United Kingdom for its planned significant increase in military spending, an investment the equivalent of almost $21.9 billion, which will be the largest for the nation in 30 years.
The increase was announced by Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Wednesday during the ongoing Brexit transition period, in what Johnson framed as "our chance to end our era of retreat." "The US Department of Defense applauds the announcement by the United Kingdom to significantly increase defense spending," Miller said. "The UK is our most stalwart and capable ally, and this increase in spending is indicative of their commitment to NATO and our shared security." The increase in defense.
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