Philip Hammond

Philip Hammond, former UK Foreign Secretary and Chancellor of the Exchequer, delves into the pressing issues surrounding the UK's defence spending. He discusses the £45 billion gap and the political hurdles in reallocating budgets from social services to national security. Hammond critiques the U.S.'s reconciliatory stance toward Russia and warns of the strategic risks posed by a Russia-China alliance. The conversation also touches on NATO's credibility and the ongoing issues with the UK's Ajax armoured vehicles.

Former UK Chancellor Philip Hammond discusses the need for European military spending and UK's economic growth. They touch on balancing defense spending with economic growth, strategic technological adoption, defense spending vs. tax cuts, and challenges for the Conservative Party in economic management.