The questionnaire reportedly examines NATO members’ defence spending, access for US forces and purchases from American defence companies as Washington reviews its European military presence.
WASHINGTON, US — WEB DESK: The Trump administration has sent a questionnaire to NATO allies as part of an effort to assess their support for US policies and their contribution to the alliance, according to a Bloomberg report cited in the supplied material.
The questionnaire reportedly asks NATO members about their defence spending, access to military bases for US forces and purchases from American defence contractors.
Questions focus on US military access and defence spending
According to the report, NATO members have been asked whether they impose any restrictions on the United States’ use of their military bases.
The questionnaire also reportedly seeks information on whether NATO countries spend money on contracts with US defence companies.
In addition, allied governments have reportedly been asked about their positions on “Made in Europe” policies, which encourage greater European production and procurement.
The move has reportedly raised concerns among some US allies, who view the questionnaire as an attempt to demand greater ideological alignment in exchange for American security commitments.
US reviews military presence in Europe
The questionnaire comes as Washington conducts a six-month review of the US military presence in Europe, according to the report.
The review is expected to be completed in December and could provide the Trump administration with a broader assessment of America’s military commitments and posture across the continent.
The questionnaire reportedly examines NATO members’ defence budgets and seeks documentation of purchases of military equipment from US companies.
Such information could help Washington assess whether European allies are contributing sufficiently to the alliance while also supporting the US defence industry.
NATO chief calls review a positive step
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has described the US review of its military presence in Europe as a positive development.
Rutte said such reviews could bring NATO members closer together and suggested that similar assessments should be conducted regularly.
His comments come amid broader discussions within NATO over burden-sharing, defence spending and the future role of the United States in European security.
Pressure on NATO allies
The Trump administration has repeatedly placed greater emphasis on NATO members increasing defence spending and assuming more responsibility for Europe’s security.
