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Canada Increases Military Spending, Shifts Focus to Force Projection

First article: 21 mar. 2026, 12:00 | Last update: 21 mar. 2026, 12:00 | 1 source | 1 article

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Canada is significantly increasing its military spending, signaling a shift away from traditional peacekeeping roles towards developing a more robust military capable of projecting force. This policy change is driven by a perceived need to address evolving global security threats and to enhance Canada's ability to contribute to international security operations beyond peacekeeping. The move aligns with calls from allies for Canada to increase its defense spending and modernize its armed forces.

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Canada Shifts From Peacekeeping to Building a Strong Military Foto: New York Times
New York Times 21 mar. 2026, 12:00 (3 hours ago)

Canada Shifts From Peacekeeping to Building a Strong Military

Prime Minister Mark Carney’s latest global tour emphasized military cooperation rather than developing trade ties.

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