Canada Shifts Defense Strategy Away From US Amid Trump Threats
Canada Shifts Defense Strategy Away From US Amid Trump Threats

Canada shifts defense partnerships toward Europe and Australia amid threats from Trump administration, including potential reconsideration of $13.2B F-35 fighter jet deal.

Canada has launched initiatives to shift its traditional defense links with the United States toward Europe and other regions in response to threats from the Trump administration. Foreign Affairs Minister Melanie Joly confirmed Wednesday that Canada is in advanced negotiations with European officials about a joint defense alliance including procurement projects.