Canada is in advanced talks with the European Union to join the bloc’s new project to expand its military industry, a move that would allow Canada to be part of building European fighter jets and other military equipment at its own industrial facilities.
Shaken by a crisis in the two nations’ longstanding alliance since President Trump’s election, Canada has started moving closer to Europe. The military industry collaboration with the European Union highlights how traditional U.S. allies are deepening their ties without U.S. participation to insulate themselves from Mr. Trump’s unpredictable moves.
The move would allow Canada to be part of building European fighter jets and other military equipment at its own industrial facilities.
“Two officials said detailed talks were underway to incorporate Canada into the EU’s new defence initiative. The goal is to boost the E.U.’s defence industry and eventually offer a credible alternative to the United States, which is now dominant.”
