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August 2025 - Canada Special Weapons News
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- Minister Anand announces additional sanctions in response to Russia's malign interference activities in Moldova Canada 28 Aug 2025 -- The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada is imposing sanctions against sixteen individuals and two entities under the Special Economic Measures (Moldova) Regulations for their role in Russia's malign interference activities in Moldova.
- Backgrounder: Sanctions against individuals and entities in Moldova Canada 28 Aug 2025
- PH, Australia, Canada hold naval drill in Bajo de Masinloc Philippine News Agency 27 Aug 2025 -- Naval units from the Philippines, Australia and Canada on Wednesday successfully conducted a multilateral maritime exercise east of Bajo de Masinloc in the West Philippine Sea.
- The Chancellor's press conference with Canadian Prime Minister Carney Expanding the transatlantic partnership Germany - Federal Government 26 Aug 2025
- Prime Minister Carney meets with Prime Minister of Latvia Evika Siliņa Prime Minister of Canada 26 Aug 2025
- Canada strengthens ties with Latvia and renews key NATO mission Prime Minister of Canada 26 Aug 2025 -- Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, arrived in Latvia, where he will focus on strengthening transatlantic security and NATO efforts to deter Russian aggression on the Eastern Flank.
- Prime Minister Carney meets with Chancellor of Germany Friedrich Merz Prime Minister of Canada 26 Aug 2025 -- Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, met with the Chancellor of Germany, Friedrich Merz, in Berlin, Germany.
- Poland and Canada strengthen military cooperation Poland - Ministry of National Defence 25 Aug 2025 -- A discussion between the deputy prime minister Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz and the defence minister of Canada David J. McGuinty took place on 25 August.
- A Statement by the Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Canada, in her Capacity as Chair - G7 Foreign Ministers' Virtual Meeting on the Independence Day of Ukraine Canada 25 Aug 2025
- Denys Shmyhal discussed expanding defense cooperation with Canada's Minister of National Defence Ukraine MOD 25 Aug 2025
- Prime Minister Carney meets with President of Poland Karol Nawrocki Prime Minister of Canada 25 Aug 2025
- Prime Minister Carney meets with Prime Minister of Poland Donald Tusk Prime Minister of Canada 25 Aug 2025
- Joint statement on enhancing the Canada-Poland strategic partnership Prime Minister of Canada 25 Aug 2025
- Canada Signs a Military Cooperation Memorandum of Understanding with Indonesia's Armed Forces Canada 25 Aug 2025 -- Today, the Chief of the Defence Staff, General Jennie Carignan signed a Military Cooperation Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Tentara Nasional Indonesia (TNI), the Indonesian National Armed Forces. This is a significant step forward for Canada's bilateral defence partnership with Indonesia and demonstrates Canada's long-term commitment to the Indo-Pacific region.
- Ukraine and Canada agreed to jointly produce defense products Ukraine MOD 24 Aug 2025
- PH, Australia, Canada hold maritime drills in WPS Philippine News Agency 24 Aug 2025 -- The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), together with the Australian Defence Force (ADF) and the Royal Canadian Navy (RCN), held a maritime cooperative activity under Exercise Alon on Saturday in the West Philippine Sea, west southwest of El Nido, Palawan.
- Joint statement on Ukraine's Independence Day Canada 24 Aug 2025 -- The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, alongside the Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, and the Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship today issued the following statement:
- Prime Minister Carney meets with Prime Minister of Ukraine Yuliia Svyrydenko Prime Minister of Canada 24 Aug 2025
- Prime Minister Carney meets with President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy Prime Minister of Canada 24 Aug 2025
- Joint communiqué between Canada and Ukraine Prime Minister of Canada 24 Aug 2025 -- At the invitation of the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, the Prime Minister of Canada, Mark Carney, paid an official visit to Ukraine on August 24, 2025. The visit reaffirmed the strong and enduring partnership between Canada and Ukraine, grounded in shared democratic values, respect for sovereignty and international law, and a mutual understanding that borders must not be altered by force.
- Canada to fund $500m PURL package for Ukraine NATO 24 Aug 2025 -- Canada announced today (24 August 2025) that it will fund a $500 million package of military equipment and munitions for Ukraine sourced from the United States, under NATO's new Prioritised Ukraine Requirements List (PURL) initiative. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte welcomed the announcement as a strong demonstration of Canada's enduring commitment to Ukraine's defence.
- Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Mark Carney Took Part in the Defense Forum and Met with Defense Ministers of Partner Countries President of Ukraine 24 Aug 2025
- Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Mark Carney Signed the Action Plan for the Implementation of the Agreement on Security Cooperation Between Ukraine and Canada President of Ukraine 24 Aug 2025
- Defense Cooperation, Security Guarantees, and Diplomatic Support: President of Ukraine Meet with the Prime Minister of Canada President of Ukraine 24 Aug 2025
- Joint Communiqué between Canada and Ukraine President of Ukraine 24 Aug 2025
- Statement by the President of Ukraine Following the Meeting with the Prime Minister of Canada President of Ukraine 24 Aug 2025
- The G7 Foreign Minister's Telephone Meeting Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan 24 Aug 2025 -- On August 24, the G7 Foreign Ministers' Telephone Meeting was held for approximately 60 minutes from 9:00 pm.
- Statement by the Prime Minister on CAN-U.S. trade Prime Minister of Canada 22 Aug 2025
- Canadian FM meets Rubio in first official meeting; topics covering Gaza, Ukraine and countering China, but not tariff Global Times 22 Aug 2025 -- Canadian Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio held their first official meeting on Thursday local time, covering a broad range of topics, including Gaza, Ukraine, and countering China-but notably leaving out the most pressing issue: tariffs.
- G7: Statement of the G7 Non-Proliferation Directors Group European External Action Service (EEAS) 21 Aug 2025 -- We, the G7 Non-Proliferation Directors Group, seek a safer, more prosperous world, with undiminished security for all. We are convinced that, in an increasingly uncertain security environment, meaningful progress on disarmament, non-proliferation, and arms control will require sustained engagement and mutual understanding from all concerned parties. We also recognize the value of incorporating a variety of perspectives in disarmament, non-proliferation, and arms control decision-making processes. We pledge to lead by example, fostering dialogue, cooperation, and transparency as we collectively confront these challenges. We invite all States who share our vision to join us in these efforts.
- Royal Canadian Navy accepts the sixth Arctic and Offshore Patrol Vessel Canada 21 Aug 2025 -- Today, the Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) accepted the sixth and final Arctic and Offshore Patrol Vessel (AOPV), His Majesty's Canadian Ship (HMCS) Robert Hampton Gray. This delivery marks the completion of a fleet of vessels that have already had an exemplary deployment history since the commissioning of the first ship in 2021.
- Minister Anand meets with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Washington, D.C. Canada 21 Aug 2025
- Prime Minister Carney speaks with President of the United States Donald J. Trump Prime Minister of Canada 21 Aug 2025
- Secretary Rubio's Meeting with Canadian Foreign Minister Anand US Dept. of State 21 Aug 2025
- Minister Anand concludes successful visit to Finland to strengthen partnerships between Canada and Nordic countries Canada 20 Aug 2025 -- The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, concluded her visit to Helsinki, Finland, where she strengthened Canada's ties with Nordic partners and advanced transatlantic cooperation to achieve Canada's objectives with respect to its Arctic Foreign Policy.
- Toward a Strategic Partnership between Canada and Sweden Government Offices of Sweden 20 Aug 2025 -- Today, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Canada's Minister of Industry, and the Honourable Stephen Fuhr, Canada's Secretary of State for Defence Procurement, together with Ebba Busch, Sweden's Minister for Energy, Business and Industry and Deputy Prime Minister, and Pål Jonson, Sweden's Minister for Defence, released the following statement:
- Joint Statement by the Foreign Ministers of the Nordic countries and Canada on their support to Ukraine Canada 19 Aug 2025
- Prime Minister Carney participates in a virtual meeting in support of Ukraine Prime Minister of Canada 19 Aug 2025 -- Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, participated in a virtual meeting of the Coalition of the Willing alongside the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
- Canada and Finland joint statement on foreign and security policy strategic partnership Canada 19 Aug 2025
- Prime Minister Carney participates in a virtual meeting in support of Ukraine Prime Minister of Canada 17 Aug 2025 -- Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, participated in a virtual meeting of the Coalition of the Willing alongside the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
- Statement by Prime Minister Carney following the Alaska Summit Prime Minister of Canada 16 Aug 2025 -- "The leadership of President Trump and the United States is creating the opportunity to end Russia's illegal war in Ukraine.
- Canada marks four years since the fall of Afghanistan to the Taliban Canada 15 Aug 2025 -- Today, the Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Honourable Randeep Sarai, Secretary of State (International Development), and the Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, issued this statement:
- Denys Shmyhal and the Ambassador of Canada discuss cooperation in the defence industry Ukraine MOD 15 Aug 2025
- Andrii Sybiha held phone talks with Minister of Foreign Affairs of Canada Anita Anand Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine 14 Aug 2025
- Prime Minister Carney participates in a virtual meeting in support of Ukraine Prime Minister of Canada 13 Aug 2025 -- Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, participated in a virtual meeting of the Coalition of the Willing on support for Ukraine.
- Prime Minister Carney speaks with Prime Minister of the United Kingdom Sir Keir Starmer Prime Minister of Canada 12 Aug 2025 -- Yesterday, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, spoke with the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Sir Keir Starmer.
- NATO Ships Visit Stavanger, Norway NATO Allied Maritime Command 11 Aug 2025 -- Standing NATO Mine Countermeasure Group 1 (SNMCMG1) comprised of His Majesty's Canadian Ships (HMCS) Edmonton and Yellowknife, and flagship Latvian Navy Ship (LVNS) Virsaitis (formerly His/Her Norwegian Majesty's Ship Vale) visited Stavanger, Norway from August 8 to 11, 2025.
- PM call with Prime Minister Carney of Canada: 11 August 2025 Gov.UK 11 Aug 2025
- Prime Minister Carney speaks with President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy Canada 11 Aug 2025 -- Prime Minister Carney and President Zelenskyy agreed on the categorical imperatives of ending Russia's barbaric war of aggression and establishing a just and lasting peace and security for Ukraine.
- President of Ukraine and Prime Minister of Canada Agreed on a Joint Position and Coordinated Next Steps President of Ukraine 11 Aug 2025
- Canada supports long-term peace, stability and prosperity in the South Caucasus Canada 10 Aug 2025
- Canadian Armed Forces deploy on multiple Arctic operations this season Canada 10 Aug 2025 -- The Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) reinforce Canadian sovereignty in the Arctic as it deploys military assets, capabilities, and personnel on multiple operations throughout that region this summer and early fall. These operations are part of the CAF's core missions to detect, deter, and defend Canada and North America against potential threats.
- Improvements to Compensation and Benefits for the Canadian Armed Forces Canada 08 Aug 2025 -- The Government of Canada today announced improvements to compensation and benefits for Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members. These initiatives will be rolled out over the next 12 months.
- Backgrounder: Canada's International Assistance to the West Bank and Gaza Canada 08 Aug 2025 -- Canada's international assistance to respond to the humanitarian crisis in the West Bank and Gaza is designed to meet the immediate humanitarian needs of Palestinian civilians and to help lay the foundations for long-term peace and stability by supporting the development of institutions and socio-economic conditions necessary for a viable 2-state solution.
- Statement by Prime Minister Carney on the Israeli government's decision to expand military operations across Gaza Prime Minister of Canada 08 Aug 2025 -- "Canada condemns the Israeli government's decision to further escalate the conflict in Gaza.
- Joint Statement on Hong Kong Arrest Warrants US Dept. of State 08 Aug 2025 -- The text of the following statement was released by the Government of the United States of America and other members of the G7 Rapid Response Mechanism (RRM) (Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the European Union) as well as G7 RRM associate members (Australia, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Sweden) regarding Hong Kong arrest warrants.
- Canada - Joint Light Tactical Vehicles DSCA 08 Aug 2025 -- The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Government of Canada of Joint Light Tactical Vehicles and related equipment for an estimated cost of $160 million. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress.
- INTERVIEW/Taiwan should spend more on defense: Ex-Canada defense head CNA 06 Aug 2025 -- A former Canadian defense chief has advised Taiwan to raise its defense spending in the face of growing military threats from China to show it is determined to defend itself instead of solely relying on the United States' support.
- Cooperation in the defence industry and weapons supply: Denys Shmyhal held talks with the Defence Ministers of Canada and Slovenia Ukraine MOD 05 Aug 2025
- Canada and Ukraine call on Russia to return Ukrainian children Canada 05 Aug 2025 -- As co-chairs of the International Coalition for the Return of Ukrainian Children, Canada and Ukraine renew their call for Russia to immediately and unconditionally return Ukrainian children who have been unlawfully deported or forcibly transferred from Ukraine.
- Statement by the International Coalition for the Return of Ukrainian Children on the unlawful deportation and forced transfer of Ukrainian children by the Russian Federation Canada 05 Aug 2025
- Royal Canadian Navy to Enhance Maritime Operations with New Uncrewed Aircraft Systems Canada 05 Aug 2025 -- Today, the Government of Canada announced the award of two contracts to MDA Space to equip the Royal Canadian Navy (RCN)'s Halifax-class ships with up to six state-of-the-art Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS). The initial acquisition contract for two UAS is valued at approximately $39 million (including taxes) and the initial in-service support contract has an estimated value of $27 million (including taxes) for a period of five years and could be extended up to 20 years.
- Canadian Armed Forces air drop humanitarian assistance in Gaza Canada 04 Aug 2025 -- The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and the Honourable David McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, today announced that the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) delivered additional life-saving humanitarian assistance to Gaza to respond to the pressing humanitarian needs of Palestinians.
- Statement by Minister Anand on flawed report released earlier this week concerning Canadian arms exports Canada 02 Aug 2025 -- "Canada has drawn, and will continue to draw, a hard line: since January 2024, we have refused any new permits for controlled goods that could be used in Gaza. Not one has been approved."
- Commissioner's Office of China's Foreign Ministry in HKSAR slams irresponsible remarks by Canadian, NZ, and EU politicians Global Times 02 Aug 2025 -- A spokesperson for the Commissioner's Office of China's Foreign Ministry in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) on Friday night expressed strong dissatisfaction and firm opposition to recent irresponsible remarks regarding the HKSAR's rule of law and human rights conditions made by some Western politicians, including the foreign ministers of Canada and New Zealand, and the spokesperson of the European External Action Service.
- Global trade in chaos as Trump imposes steep tariffs on 92 countries Press TV 01 Aug 2025 -- US President Donald Trump has imposed steep tariffs on exports from 92 countries, including Canada, Switzerland, Brazil, and India, ahead of his self-imposed August 1 deadline that is expected to reignite global trade tensions.
- OIC Appreciates Canada and Malta's Determination to Recognize the State of Palestine Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) 01 Aug 2025 -- The Secretary-General of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), Mr. Hissein Brahim Taha, welcomed the announcement by Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and Maltese Prime Minister Robert Abela of their countries' intention to recognize the State of Palestine next September.
- Statement on European security and the OSCE's 50th anniversary Canada 01 Aug 2025
- Statement by Prime Minister Carney on Canada-U.S. trade Prime Minister of Canada 01 Aug 2025 -- "President Trump has announced that the United States will increase its tariffs to 35% on those Canadian exports that are not covered under the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement, or CUSMA. While the Canadian government is disappointed by this action, we remain committed to CUSMA, which is the world's second-largest free trade agreement by trading volume.
- Secretary Rubio's Call with Canadian Foreign Minister Anand US Dept. of State 01 Aug 2025
- Trump signs executive order increasing tariff on Canada from 25 pct to 35 pct People's Daily 01 Aug 2025 -- U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday signed an executive order increasing the tariff on Canada from 25 percent to 35 percent, with the higher tariff set to go into effect on Aug. 1, the White House said in a fact sheet.
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