A Canada-Japan-Korea Trilateral Framework for Arctic Defence, Critical Minerals
With [geopolitical tensions](https://time.com/7282450/trump-annex-canada-economy-recession-upholding-the-constitution/ “(opens in a new window)”) and [friction](https://www.reuters.com/world/trade-wars-erupt-trump-hits-canada-mexico-china-with-steep-tariffs-2025-03-04 “(opens in a new window)”) with the United States rising under the Trump 2.0 administration, Canada is [recognizing the need for greater self-reliance](https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/canada-announce-new-security-defence-investment-plan-globe-mail-reports-2025-06-09/ “(opens in a new window)”) in producing military equipment and seeking to [diversify its defence partnerships](https://www.defensenews.com/global/the-americas/2025/03/20/facing-trumps-threats-canada-shifts-defense-links-away-from-us/ “(opens in a new window)”). A key focus is […]