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Canadian Chief of Defence Staff Announces New Era in Arctic Defence

Canada's Chief of Defence Staff, General Jennie Carignan, stated that the country's defence and the Arctic are entering a new era due to climate change and escalating tensions with the US, noting that its geography no longer provides the same level of security.


Canadian Chief of Defence Staff Announces New Era in Arctic Defence

But the rules of the game are changing due to rising global temperatures, which leads to ice melting and easier access to northern territories, along with growing ambitions over them. In addition, tensions with the United States are escalating. Previously, Canada did not worry about its regional security, as it bordered only one country—the United States, which has always been considered an ally. Canada is also bordered by two oceans and the Arctic Ocean. Ottawa — AFP Chief of the Canadian Defence Staff General Jennie Carignan announced that "defence in Canada and the Arctic is entering a new era," calling it a "pivotal moment." She noted that the country's geographic location no longer protects it as it used to. In this context, the Canadian Armed Forces have been forced to...