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Strengthening NATO: US Priorities for Vilnius Summit and Sweden's Accession.

The US Senate reaffirms its strong commitment to the NATO Alliance, directly impacting international security and stability. The resolution urges the immediate accession of Sweden and emphasizes the need to increase defense spending, ensuring greater security for citizens against global threats. This document also reinforces support for Ukraine and acknowledges challenges posed by Russia and China.
Key points
Security Commitment: The US asserts that 2% of GDP defense spending should be the minimum contribution, enhancing the Alliance's readiness to protect citizens.
Sweden's Membership: The Senate pressures Hungary and Turkey to ratify Sweden's NATO membership without delay, strengthening NATO's defense capabilities, particularly in the Baltic Sea region.
Addressing Global Threats: Reaffirmation of continuous support for Ukraine and recognition that the actions of Russia and China challenge transatlantic security.
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Additional Information
A resolution celebrating the 2023 NATO Summit in Vilnius, Lithuania, and expressing priorities related to transatlantic security and the NATO Strategic Concept.
Print number: SRES 251
Sponsor: Sen. Shaheen, Jeanne [D-NH]
Process start date: 2023-06-14