Canada's Defense Ties with US in Question Amid Pentagon Row: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has sought to downplay a recent diplomatic rift with the US, following the Pentagon's surprise decision to suspend a key defense board. The Permanent Joint Board on Defense, established in August, has been a cornerstone of Canada-US defense cooperation, allowing the two nations to coordinate on joint military operations and share intelligence. Carney's comments at a news conference in Quebec suggest that Canada will continue to collaborate with the US, but also signals a willingness to diversify its defense partnerships, potentially with other nations. The move could have significant implications for Canada's military strategy and its relationships with key allies in the region.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Tuesday downplayed the Pentagon's abrupt decision to suspend a joint defense board the day prior, saying his country will continue defense cooperation with Washington but also will look to work with other partners. Speaking at a news conference in Quebec, Carney said the Permanent Joint Board on Defense - established in August...
