Is Trump right about Canada being a 'military free-rider'? | About That

U.S. President Donald Trump is threatening tariffs and reduced military support if Canada fails to meet NATO's two per cent spending target. In response, Canada says it's working to accelerate its timeline to reach this target within two years. Andrew Chang breaks down Trump’s claims and how defence spending could become a bargaining chip in a trade war between the two countries.

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