Why is NATO pressuring members to boost defence budgets? | Counting the Cost

NATO is holding a summit in Washington, DC, to mark its 75th anniversary. The celebrations come at a time of uncertainty over the United States presidential election in November and the Russia-Ukraine war. Members are under pressure to raise military spending to 2 percent of their gross domestic products. US presidential contender Donald Trump has long demanded that members step up their contributions. Is higher defence spending necessary at a time of economic uncertainty? Plus: How is a new confederation of military governments dividing West Africa? And what does the future hold for Boeing after a plea deal with the US government? 00:58 - NATO Defence Spending 09:05 - Future of ECOWAS 18:00 - Boeing’s Plea Deal Subscribe to our channel Follow us on Twitter Find us on Facebook Check our website: Check out our Instagram page: Download AJE Mobile App: #nato #aljazeeraenglish #russia #ukraine #russiaukraine #economy #donaldtrump #uselections2024 #election #westafrica #boeing