Canadian Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre has stated that Canada will independently determine its defence spending, rejecting pressure from former U.S. President Donald Trump for NATO allies to increase military budgets to 5% of GDP.
Currently, NATO's official target is 2%, which Canada has yet to meet. The issue has become a key topic in the upcoming Canadian federal election, with party leaders expressing varying levels of commitment to increasing military funding. The debate reflects growing concerns over national security and the need for Canada to take greater responsibility for its own defence.
Voters are being urged to prioritize military readiness at the ballot box.
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