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While some countries show willingness to ramp up spending—like Poland, projected to climb to 4.12%—others express hesitance. Italy outright dismissed the 5% suggestion as unrealistic for all nations, given its current trajectory towards the 2% mark by 2028.
Countries closest to Russia have been particularly proactive, with Baltic states exhibiting a readiness to increase their defense budgets markedly. Sweden's continued investment despite prior trends reflects a broader willingness among Scandinavian nations to bolster their military capabilities in light of adversity.
However, not all countries are in a position to increase budgets without considerations for internal challenges, such as political instability or competing financial priorities.