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Defence commitments and global security cooperation expected to dominate talks
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Finance Minister Mark Carney is set to depart for Europe this week, with military spending and defense cooperation taking center stage during his visit. The trip comes at a time of heightened global tensions, with NATO allies urging stronger financial commitments to security and deterrence.
Carney is expected to hold high-level meetings with European counterparts to discuss Canada’s defense contributions, including its path to meeting the 2% NATO spending target. Officials say the visit is part of Canada’s broader push to reinforce its role in international security alliances.
“We are committed to supporting our partners and making the necessary investments to ensure peace and stability,” Carney said ahead of his departure.
The trip will also include discussions on defense procurement, intelligence sharing, and coordination on emerging threats. With the geopolitical landscape shifting rapidly, Canada is looking to strengthen ties with key allies and reaffirm its place at the global defense table.
The outcomes of Carney’s meetings could influence future defense budgets and policy direction as Canada faces growing pressure to do more on the international stage.