Daniel Kochis is a senior policy analyst in European Affairs in the Margaret Thatcher Center for Freedom. Soldiers take part in a NATO joint military exercise of British, Estonian and Danish forces at the central training area of Tapa Base, Estonia, on October 1, 2020. RAIGO PAJULA / AFP / Getty Images
Key Takeaways
As the economic impact of the pandemic comes more clearly into focus over the next few years, maintaining defense spending will require sustained political will.
Many nations in recent years have singled out a rising threat from China as a rationale for increased defense and security investments.
Massive government spending over the past year is certain to create pressure on budgets in the coming decade, including defense budgets.
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