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The Alliance’s fundamental purpose is to safeguard the freedom and security of its Allies in a world where peace and security can no longer be taken for granted. NATO’s collective defence is based on the principle that any attack against one of its members must be considered an attack against all of them and should trigger a joint response.
NATO continues to adapt to the challenges of our changing security environment. Allies are strengthening their defence budgets, reversing decades of cuts and moving towards the NATO-agreed guideline of investing 2% of GDP in defence. This will enable the Alliance to strengthen its capabilities and respond quickly to new threats and challenges.
Allies are working together to address the growing risk of Russia’s malign influence and aggression, including its use of hybrid warfare and destabilising activities in Europe. They are enhancing NATO’s readiness to counter cyber threats and addressing new areas of defence, including a whole-of-nation approach to resilience and the Alliance’s ability to deter and defend against complex threats in all domains.
NATO is also improving the effectiveness and interoperability of its Integrated Air and Missile Defence (IAMD). In 2024, NATO Leaders will implement the 5% commitment to increase the Alliance’s defence spending by upgrading existing capabilities, investing in new equipment and increasing readiness and preparedness.