Arctic security depends on follow-through on NORAD modernization promises, say defence experts

A recent Senate committee report notes the Arctic has reached an ‘inflection point,’ with the region assuming an essential strategic importance, and more must be done to enhance its security and defence—despite looming federal budget cuts.

On Oct. 4, Defence Minister Bill Blair told reporters the Liberal government has 'significant commitments' to NORAD modernization, and that it is his responsibility to 'exercise control over spending and make sure that we’re getting true value for every dollar that’s spent.'The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

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BY JESSE CNOCKAERT

December 6, 2023

Ensuring Arctic sovereignty amid threats from Russia and China, and contending with a slashed military budget, will require a strong defence minister who can follow through on Canada’s plans for modernized NORAD capabilities, according to defence policy experts.

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