Canada's government today unveiled sweeping defense investments to modernize its armed forces and meet NATO targets, while voices call for further decisive international action.
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Mark Carney
Week of Jun 9 – Jun 15, 2025
Canada redefines its security and alliances with bold moves this week!
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Canada’s defense strategy saw major shakeups as sweeping investments and security reforms were unveiled by Prime Minister Mark Carney, alongside aggressive surveillance measures, promising US trade talks, and renewed international alliances. Leadership shifts and a unity summit signal a dynamic, evolving security push.
Mark Carney, as Canadian prime minister, announced Michael Sabia as Clerk of the Privy Council and delivered his first defense speech, emphasizing reform and a stronger national security approach amid global uncertainties.
www.pm.gc.ca · www.atlanticcouncil.orgCanadian Prime Minister Mark Carney reported cautious progress in US-Canada trade talks, with promising commercial and security discussions underway despite uncertainties about finalizing the agreement before the upcoming summit.
www.bloomberg.comMark Carney's government pushed a border bill granting sweeping surveillance powers while his retro, hawkish tone during the G7 summit added to mounting concerns over national security and aggressive policy shifts.
www.theguardian.com · thewalrus.caMark Carney and UK PM Starmer reaffirmed global alliances in Ottawa, stressing support for Ukraine and addressing regional conflicts. Later, Carney will host a unity G7 summit in Kananaskis to ease trade hurdles.
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