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March 23, 2022 | International, Aerospace, Naval, Land, C4ISR, Security

Canada is eyeing a defence spending boost. Here’s where experts say extra cash should go - National | Globalnews.ca

The threats posed by Russia's unprovoked invasion of Ukraine could ease the way for Canada on boosting defence spending in the upcoming federal budget, say experts.

https://globalnews.ca/news/8690688/canada-defence-spending-budget-2022/

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