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In addressing how this increase in defense spending will be financed, the Prime Minister revealed a controversial measure: funding will come from cuts to overseas development aid (ODA). Specifically, the allocation for ODA is set to decrease from 0.5% of the Gross National Income (GNI) to 0.3% by 2027. This decision has ignited backlash among various stakeholders, particularly within the labor party and charitable organizations.
During his speech in the House of Commons, the Prime Minister acknowledged the "hard choices" necessary to support this increase in defense funding. He stated: