WASHINGTON—The U.S. plans to spice up navy spending and enhance its navy presence close to Russia in response to Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine, whereas attempting to take care of a long-term concentrate on countering China, present and former officers mentioned.
The Feb. 24 invasion has triggered calls from Republicans and Democrats in Congress for tens of billions extra in protection spending, whereas allies in Europe have described the warfare as a wake-up name requiring navy steps unthinkable solely months in the past. The Biden administration, nonetheless, is searching for to stability what it sees as a pivotal second for Europe with a want to maintain the U.S. targeted on Asia.
