Canada's Defense Readiness and Global Engagements

The Minister of Defense discusses Canada's investments in defense, aiming to meet the 2% GDP target, enhancing capabilities and fulfilling responsibilities to NATO. A heated debate on defense spending unfolds, highlighting disagreements on policies and funding, while emphasizing the need for clearer commitments to military capacity, including renewing the submarine fleet. The chapter also explores Canada's military engagements globally, investments in Ukraine, the Arctic region's geopolitical tensions, and potential security collaboration with other countries.