Long seen as punching below its weight, Canada commits to significantly bolster its military spending by 2032, facing criticism for the lengthy timeline while justifying the need for substantial investment in military equipment.
Challenges lie in convincing citizens, concerned about housing and public services, to support dedicating billions to the military amidst global pressures and slow military hardware production.
The commitment from Prime Minister Trudeau may face uncertainty due to upcoming elections, with potential for a change in leadership and stance on defense spending, exemplified by conservative opponent Pierre Poilievre's hesitation to meet the spending target.
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