<h1>NATO Allies Boost Military Spending and Equipment Procurement to Strengthen Collective Defense Capabilities Against Emerging Threats</h1> NATO defense ministers are preparing to approve new military equipment purchases across 32 nations, focusing on air defense systems, missiles, artillery, and strategic capabilities. The initiative aims to enhance defense readiness against potential threats, particularly from Russia. European allies and Canada have been increasing military spending since the Ukraine invasion. The plan involves allocating significant defense budgets, with member countries expected to spend at least 3% of GDP on military preparedness within the next 5-10 years.