QSA's Week in Defence (#1, 2024)
Minister Blair outlines defence priorities; RCMP tackles foreign interference; Blair attends Americas defence conference; Icebreaker pact boosts Quebec jobs; EU-De Havilland aerospace deal.
Start Date: 2024-10-05
End Date: 2024-10-11
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Minister Blair's Defence Strategy and Funding Challenges
Minister of National Defence Bill Blair, in the House of Commons' Standing Committee on National Defence meeting, detailed priorities including addressing global threats and supporting military personnel. He pointed out a $5.7 billion lapse in procurement spending and a $3 billion defense shortfall, attributing these to procurement challenges. Blair also discussed a $79 million air defense missile investment, NATO contributions, and emphasized ethical AI use in defense. The meeting covered topics like foreign interference, the Gaza conflict, and CAF recruitment issues, reflecting on the importance of these themes for the defense sector.
Sources: ['Transcripts: parlvu.parl.gc.ca']
