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Asked by Ben Obese-JectyConservativeMinistry of DefenceTabled Answered 4 November 2025UIN 84992

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, pursuant to the Answer of 17 October 2025 to Question 79203 on NATO, what (a) plans and (b) capability targets have been set for the UK armed forces through NATO's Defence Planning Process.

Answered by Al Carns

NATO capability targets are designed to ensure Allied have the capabilities they need to strengthen NATO’s collective deterrence and defence. They cover the full spectrum of military capabilities, across all domains, and include personnel, equipment, logistics, and readiness. The specific targets and associated plans are classified secret and are being withheld for reasons of national security and operational effectiveness.

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