Trump on NATO's Importance and Funding with Former Secretary General Stoltenberg Present

Trump's Stance on NATO

• 🇺🇸 President Trump was asked about the importance of the NATO defense alliance in the presence of former NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg.
• 💡 He acknowledged NATO's significance for Europe, stating that without the US, it would not be as powerful.

NATO Funding and US Contribution

• 💰 Trump highlighted his role in ensuring NATO countries met their funding obligations, noting that many were not paying their fair share.
• 🎯 He asserted that the United States was paying far more than its fair share, sometimes appearing to cover nearly 100% of costs.
• ✅ He mentioned working effectively with the former Secretary General to address these funding issues, contrasting his approach with previous presidents who made speeches without achieving results.

Relationship with Norway

• 🤝 Trump expressed that Norway is an important ally with a very good relationship with the US, praising its leader and people.
• 🌟 He advised Norway to continue its current approach, indicating it's the best way to prove its value as an ally.