Canada's New Prime Minister Explores Joint Missile Defense With The US

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Posted by AI on 2025-05-22 11:12:03 | Last Updated by AI on 2025-12-24 14:05:46

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Joint military endeavors tend to be a divisive issue on the campaign trail but increasingly necessary to combat escalating global threats. Both current and former Canadian leaders agree that cybersecurity and increased defense spending tend to be a top priority for the continental ally. In light of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, and increasing tensions with China over Taiwan, Canada is looking to strengthen its homeland missile defense. This comes in the form of exploratory talks with the US to join the 'Golden Dome' missile defense system. This initiative is being strongly led by Prime Minister Carney, who came to office on a platform of increased defense spending and a strong relationship with America.

Carney has been quoted as saying, "While our neighbors to the south are traditionally our closest allies, relations between Canada and the United States are currently at an all-time low, and have been for some time." Despite the challenges, Canada is looking to strengthen its national defense by leveraging its relationship with the US.

It remains to be seen what such a system would look like if implemented, but speculations regarding the cost of such an endeavor are in the tens of billions. Many experts agree that a continental defense strategy is essential, especially given the unpredictable global security landscape.

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