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Bilateral Defense Relationships: Canada's Defense Partnerships Beyond North America

While the Canada-US relationship dominates Canadian defense policy, Canada maintains bilateral defense relationships with numerous other countries that serve strategic, operational, and diplomatic purposes. These relationships range from deep partnerships with traditional allies to more limited engagements with countries where shared interests justify cooperation. Understanding this network of relationships illuminates the broader context within which Canadian defense operates.