Canada invests $4.2 billion in Arctic radar defense

Canada has announced a significant defense agreement with Australia. This deal focuses on developing advanced radar technology to enhance security in the Arctic region. Prime Minister Mark Carney revealed that Canada will spend 6 billion Canadian dollars, or about 4.2 billion U.S. dollars, on this new radar system. The technology aims to detect hypersonic missiles and other potential threats. In addition to the radar deal, Canada is investing hundreds of millions of dollars in military exercises in the Arctic. The government plans to conduct these exercises year-round and improve infrastructure for Indigenous communities in the area. This announcement comes at a time of tension between Canada and the U.S. President Trump has been making aggressive statements about U.S. dominance in the Arctic. He has threatened to impose tariffs on Canada and has even mentioned the idea of annexing Canada. The Arctic is becoming increasingly important as countries like Russia and China also vie for influence in the region.