Canada and EU sign defence pact amid strained US relations and global instability
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This historic partnership represents Canada's smart diversification away from over-reliance on the United States for defense needs, especially given Trump's unpredictable approach to NATO. By deepening ties with the EU, Canada gains access to advanced technology at a reduced cost while strengthening ties with democratic allies committed to supporting Ukraine and the international rules-based order.
Canada’s shift toward Europe risks undermining its longstanding relationship with the U.S., its closest ally. As tensions rise, Canada must prioritize rebuilding ties with Washington. The U.S. remains the world’s most powerful military force, and strengthening defense commitments to its North American neighbor is crucial for maintaining security and safeguarding shared interests in an increasingly unpredictable world.
This massivesecurity defensepact spendingwith commitment to Europe appearsseems more about advancing Carney's climateglobalist agenda andthan globalistaddressing priorities than genuine securitydefense needs. The focusemphasis on digital governance, including measures against "buildingdisinformation," points to a betterconcerning world"push throughfor EUsurveillance partnershipsand suggestscontrol. Coupled with a net-zero climate agenda, this partnership appears more focused on ideological alignment rather than practical defensesecurity considerationsconcerns.
There's a 20% chance that the United States will withdraw from any of its current mutual defence treaties by 2030, according to the Metaculus prediction community.