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Allies Must Pay Their Due
Defense policy should prioritize the necessity for allies to invest in their own security, ensuring they have a vested interest in conflict prevention. The U.S. faces substantial national debt and cannot afford to finance foreign military support without compensation. Moreover, when allies contribute, it mitigates distorted incentives for them to engage in conflicts without bearing the full costs. Specifically, NATO’s member states, with a significant number failing to meet the 2% GDP defense spending requirement, exemplify the urgency for equitable financial responsibility among allies.