Stubb: Trump's demand for Nato members' spending boost strengthened alliance
The Finnish president said his relationship with Trump is "very pragmatic", news agency AFP reports.
Finnish President Alexander Stubb described US President Donald Trump as someone who "does what he wants," according to an interview with French news agency AFP. Stubb, who has developed a strong rapport with Trump, highlighted a pragmatic relationship between the two leaders. Despite Trump's criticisms of NATO, Stubb remains optimistic about its future.
He pointed to the recent investment of 13 billion euros by Google in Finland as a positive development, despite Trump's complaints about the tech giant's decision allegedly being influenced by US regulations. Stubb also acknowledged Trump's interest in taking over Greenland, despite straining relations with Europe, and views the US as a potential partner in the Arctic region.
Additionally, Stubb noted that Trump's demand for increased NATO member spending on defense has benefited Finland, as member states have raised their defense expenditures.
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