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2024 NATO Summit
18 July 2024
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Prime Minister
At a Glance
Issue Summary
Keir Starmer reports on his attendance at the NATO Leaders’ Summit in Washington DC, discussing commitments and agreements made to enhance NATO’s defence capabilities and support for Ukraine.
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Starmer outlines the UK's commitment to maintaining its role within NATO, including a pledge of long-term military support for Ukraine and continued collaboration with Indo-Pacific partners on shared security challenges. The statement also highlights ongoing bilateral meetings with key leaders.
Key Facts
- Keir Starmer attended the NATO Leaders’ Summit in Washington DC from 9-11 July.
- Sweden joined NATO as a full Ally, while Ukraine, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea and the EU participated.
- Mark Rutte is confirmed as NATO’s next Secretary General.
- The Summit agreed on measures to boost deterrence and defence against Russia, including an AI strategy and a cyber defence centre.
- 23 Allies now invest at or above NATO's target of 2% of GDP on defence.
- The UK will commit almost all its armed forces to NATO and provide £3 billion a year in military support for Ukraine until 2030/31.
- A Pledge of Long-Term Security Assistance for Ukraine, involving €40 billion over the next year, was signed by Allies.
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