As we prepare for the next agreement, we must transition from a model that started out as Israel being an aid recipient, and initially even economic and military recipient to one now of a true strategic partner. Israel is ready for this shift. Their [Israel's] own government commissions have recommended adding 30 billion to their military spending over the next decade. even as they spend currently in this wartime footing over 8.8% of their GDP on defense. Accordingly, our future cooperation must be defined by deep integration in fields like AI, cybersecurity and directed energy, areas where Israel already excels. (05:39–08:50)
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Asserts that Israeli government commissions recommend increasing military spending by $30 billion over the next decade.
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