The United States’ Under Secretary of Defense for Policy states that “We can no longer avoid the gaps between rhetoric and reality,” and references Mark Carney’s famous Davos speech - essentially insinuating he’s grandstanding and that they will be pausing relations.
A strong Canada that prioritizes hard power over rhetoric benefits us all. Unfortunately, Canada has failed to make credible progress on its defense commitments. DoW is pausing the Permanent Joint Board on Defense to reassess how this forum benefits shared North American defense. 1/3