Jeremy Hunt: Britain should be prepared to 'decisively' raise defence spending

Jeremy Hunt: Britain should be prepared to 'decisively' raise defence spending

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The video discusses London's diversity and openness, emphasizing the city's welcoming nature for ethnic minorities. It explores Britain's foreign policy post-Brexit, focusing on strengthening hard power and addressing global threats from Russia and China. The need for increased defense spending and NATO's role is highlighted. The video concludes with a call for renewing democratic values and trust between politicians and citizens, advocating for a rethinking of parliamentary democracy.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is emphasized about London's character in the context of global openness?

It is a closed city.

It is only open to European countries.

It is not welcoming to ethnic minorities.

It is one of the most open and outward-looking cities.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a key aspect of Britain's foreign policy as discussed in the video?

Isolating from international alliances.

Focusing solely on economic growth.

Strengthening hard power and military capabilities.

Reducing military spending.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is there a need to increase the proportion of GDP devoted to defense?

To maintain current capabilities.

To develop new capabilities and address changing threats.

To reduce military presence globally.

To focus on domestic issues only.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is highlighted as a necessary step for Britain to champion democratic values?

Ensuring that the country's own democracy is in order.

Ignoring domestic issues.

Maintaining the status quo.

Focusing only on international diplomacy.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is suggested as a part of renewing the social contract between the state and citizens?

Focusing only on economic policies.

Empowering citizens with more agency over their lives.

Centralizing power in the government.

Reducing citizen involvement in governance.