In a landmark announcement from Halifax’s Irving Shipyards, Prime Minister Mark Carney unveiled a sweeping military strategy centred on Canadian-made drones to defend the Arctic, borders, and undersea infrastructure. The plan includes new autonomous vehicles, submarines, and icebreakers, alongside expanded Coast Guard roles and defence manufacturing rooted in domestic supply chains.
Carney later visited The COVE, highlighting firms like International Submarine Engineering Ltd., a pioneer in autonomous underwater vehicles. The strategy commits to NATO’s 2% spending target by 2030, while addressing military recruitment and fostering global partnerships—notably with Australia on Arctic surveillance technology.
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