The Canadian government plans to unveil an updated Arctic strategy in the coming days, Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly announced at a press conference broadcast by CPAC.
In June, Joly stated that Canadian authorities were revising the country's Arctic strategy to reflect global geopolitical shifts, including Sweden and Finland's accession to NATO.
"We have been working on our Arctic foreign policy for some time and plan to present it in the coming days," Joly said.
The Foreign Minister emphasized the need to reassess threats in the Arctic region and to strengthen collaboration with the United States and Scandinavian countries. She also noted that Canada is in the process of constructing eight icebreakers.
In November, U.S. National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan revealed that the United States, Canada, and Finland had signed a memorandum of understanding to enhance cooperation in the development of Arctic and polar icebreakers.
Canada's presence in the Arctic is deeply rooted in its history and international commitments. The country has long maintained sovereignty over its northern territories, emphasizing indigenous partnerships and Arctic governance.
A cornerstone of its Arctic defense strategy is the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD), a joint initiative with the United States established in 1958. NORAD plays a crucial role in monitoring and defending North American airspace, particularly in the Arctic, as global interest and military activity in the region intensify. Through NORAD, Canada collaborates closely with the U.S. to ensure Arctic security and readiness in the face of emerging geopolitical challenges.
Earlier it was reported that Canada and the Nordics seek to form Arctic Defense Coalition.
Source: RIA News.
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