Canada discusses Arctic security, Greenland with NATO, Sweden leaders
In his discussion with Rutte, Carney and the NATO chief "reaffirmed their mutual commitment to the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Denmark, including Greenland," emphasizing that decisions regarding Greenland’s future "are for Greenland and Denmark to make." The two leaders also acknowledged the strategic challenges facing NATO and stressed that ensuring Arctic security, including accelerating investments in the Alliance’s northwestern flank, is the first priority.
Carney highlighted Canada’s plans to quadruple defense spending over the next decade to reinforce Arctic sovereignty. The two leaders also addressed peace efforts in Ukraine, underlining the Alliance’s role in supporting Ukraine’s security and stability.
In a separate meeting with Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson, Carney and Kristersson "reaffirmed the fundamental principles of sovereignty and territorial integrity" and agreed that Greenland’s future should be decided by Greenland and Denmark. The discussion included Arctic cooperation, with both sides agreeing to maintain regular contact.
Carney also met with business leaders representing companies with a combined market capitalization of around $10 trillion to encourage investment in Canada’s infrastructure, energy, manufacturing, and defense sectors. He emphasized Canada’s objective to "unleash $1 trillion in investment over the next five years, while building a stronger, more sustainable, and globally competitive economy."
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