"At the Hague Summit we will discuss the proposal presented by NATO Secretary General Rutte on strengthening the Alliance's defensive capacity. This translates into a commitment for all members of the Alliance to reach 3.5% of GDP in defense spending and 1.5% in security spending. These are important commitments, of course, but necessary, which, as long as this government is in office, Italy will respect by remaining a first-rate member of NATO. For the simple reason that the alternative would be more expensive and decidedly worse. We see chaos and insecurity multiplying around us, and we will not leave Italy exposed, weak, incapable of defending itself or unable to defend its interests as it deserves." This was stated by the President of the Council, Giorgia Meloni, in her statements to the Chamber in view of the European Council.