Canada May Change $19B Fighter Jet Deal If Re-Elected
🛩️ The Deal:
- Canada plans to buy 88 F-35 jets from Lockheed Martin
- Worth $19 billion CAD
- Already committed to first 16 planes
🗳️ Possible Changes:
- PM Carney says contract could be adjusted if re-elected April 28
- Wants more jet parts made in Canada
- May buy some jets from other manufacturers
🇺🇸 Why This Matters:
- Canada wants less reliance on U.S. defense
- Comes during ongoing trade tensions with America
- Could impact thousands of Canadian jobs
💬 Key Quote:
“We have alternatives to the F-35” – PM Carney
🔍 Reuters Insight:
Thanks to Reuters for first reporting:
- The full $19B contract value
- Carney’s Halifax press conference details
- Background on Canada-U.S. trade tensions
📌 Why You Should Care:
- Your tax dollars funding this purchase
- Affects Canada’s military independence
- Could change aerospace industry
💭 Your Turn:
Should Canada stick with U.S. jets or find other options?
Is $19B too much for fighter planes?
Comment your thoughts below! ⬇️
📢 Source: Reuters – Trusted global news leader