This April marks two years since the Department of National Defence released its updated policy titled “Our North, Strong and Free: A Renewed Vision for Canada’s Defence,” which pledged $8.1 billion over five years and $73 billion over 20 years in national defence, signifying a new commitment to a military that had previously been underfunded Read More…
Canada’s $60B+ Canadian Patrol Submarine Project marks a turning point in Arctic defence and strategic autonomy. This piece coauthored by Emma Zhang and Sanam Singh examines whether the procurement can restore under-ice capability and deliver long-term industrial and geopolitical returns.
Canada’s $200 million contribution to NATO’s Ukraine arms program highlights a growing commitment to deterrence amid shifting alliance dynamics. This analysis by Emma Zhang examines the geopolitical calculations behind the aid and the trade-offs it entails
Canada’s ambitious pledge to raise defence spending to 5% of GDP by 2035 marks a decisive shift in national priorities. This analysis by Emma Zhang examines whether the Carney government can strike a balance between defence spending and social welfare, and turn defence investment into sustainable economic growth.
Introduction Since its inception in 1949, NATO has grown from 12 to 32 members, a process formally known as enlargement. In accordance with Article 10 of the North Atlantic Treaty, membership is open to all European countries so long as they commit to NATO’s principles and meet the Alliance’s requirement for defence spending, along with Read More…