The Defense Industrial Alliance Washington Is Throwing Away

Tensions between the U.S. and Canada are straining their long-standing defense cooperation, highlighted by the Pentagon's recent suspension of the 86-year-old Canadian Permanent Joint Board on Defense. This move follows Washington's dissatisfaction with Canada's defense spending, which falls short of the 3.5 percent GDP target by 2035. Such a breakdown in defense ties could weaken the industrial security of both nations, affecting everything from supply chains to technological advancements. This shift underscores the broader implications for North American defense strategies and economic ties.