Canada Commits C$76 Million to German-Led Air Defense Initiative for Ukraine

May 10, 2024, 05:34 PM

Canada has pledged C$76 million ($55.7 million) to a German-led initiative to expedite the delivery of air defense systems to Ukraine. This funding aims to address the urgent need for military aid due to production delays in air defense systems and ammunition. Canadian Defense Minister Bill Blair, in a joint press conference with German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius, emphasized the commitment to support Ukraine for as long as necessary, stating, "Together we will stand for Ukraine for as long as it takes."