{"id":94747,"date":"2025-06-02T15:08:08","date_gmt":"2025-06-02T15:08:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pakistaninewspaperlist.com\/news\/pm-starmer-warns-uk-must-prepare-for-war-to-prevent-it-the-express-tribune\/"},"modified":"2025-06-02T15:08:08","modified_gmt":"2025-06-02T15:08:08","slug":"pm-starmer-warns-uk-must-prepare-for-war-to-prevent-it-the-express-tribune","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pakistaninewspaperlist.com\/news\/pm-starmer-warns-uk-must-prepare-for-war-to-prevent-it-the-express-tribune\/","title":{"rendered":"PM Starmer: warns UK must prepare for war to prevent it | The Express Tribune"},"content":{"rendered":"
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In a significant strategic shift, Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced that the United Kingdom\u2019s military is entering a phase of \u201cwar-fighting readiness,\u201d unveiling a long-term defence posture that prioritises deterrence amid global instability and rising threats from Russia.<\/p>\n

Speaking in Glasgow, Starmer revealed that the UK would “innovate and accelerate at a war-time pace,” pointing to Russia\u2019s aggression and global tensions as reasons to invest heavily in military capabilities. \u201cWe cannot ignore the threat Russia poses,\u201d he said. \u201cTo deter war, we must be prepared for it.\u201d<\/p>\n

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National security and economic security go hand in hand.<\/p>\n

In a more dangerous world, with rising cost of living, we\u2019ll bolster British defence.<\/p>\n

We will build new weapons factories, creating skilled jobs and supporting working people across the country.https:\/\/t.co\/A8AW4QtHPZ<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Keir Starmer (@Keir_Starmer) June 1, 2025<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n

Central to the strategy is a pledge to boost defence spending to 3% of GDP by 2034, though the Prime Minister refused to commit to an earlier deadline. \u201cI don\u2019t believe in performative fantasy politics,\u201d Starmer told reporters, in a veiled criticism of calls to expedite defence funding amid increasing NATO pressure.<\/p>\n

The newly conducted strategic review, led by former NATO Secretary General Lord Robertson, has focused on the UK’s readiness to respond to escalating global tensions. It includes plans for new submarines, expanded munitions manufacturing, and reaffirmed NATO-first commitments. The full review will be made public later, with Defence Secretary John Healey expected to present further details.<\/p>\n

Opposition voices have emerged swiftly. Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch has challenged the adequacy of Starmer\u2019s budget timeline, while the Liberal Democrats argue the UK must move faster and spend more immediately. Yet Starmer remains focused on stability, signalling a pragmatic approach in balancing fiscal caution and military urgency.<\/p>\n

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