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Increase defence spending to counter China? Why US’ call is ‘difficult to sell’ in Southeast Asia
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US calls for Southeast Asian allies to increase defence spending to 3.5% of GDP to counter China, but analysts argue this is difficult to implement given competing budget priorities in infrastructure, healthcare, and education.
Increase defence spending to counter China? Why US’ call is ‘difficult to sell’ in Southeast Asia
Washington’s call for Asian allies to spend 3.5 per cent of GDP on defence is untenable given competing needs in infrastructure, healthcare and education, analysts say.
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