Canada to order military plane fleet from Sweden in shift from US suppliers
Canada has decided to purchase a fleet of early warning aircraft from Sweden's Saab instead of Boeing. This move is part of Canada's strategy to reduce reliance on US defense suppliers and enhance its Arctic defense capabilities. The decision reflects a strengthening relationship with Sweden and a commitment to protecting Canadian territory.
- ▪Canada will buy Saab's GlobalEye aircraft to patrol its Arctic territory.
- ▪The decision marks a shift away from reliance on US defense firms like Boeing.
- ▪Saab plans to invest in research and development in Canada as part of the deal.
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| Publication time | Wed, 27 May 2026 15:58:14 GMT |
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A GlobalEye aircraft, manufactured by Saab Technologies is see at the Dubai Air Show in the United Arab Emirates in 2019. Photograph: Christopher Pike/ReutersView image in fullscreenA GlobalEye aircraft, manufactured by Saab Technologies is see at the Dubai Air Show in the United Arab Emirates in 2019. Photograph: Christopher Pike/ReutersCanadaCanada to order military plane fleet from Sweden in shift from US suppliersMark Carney announces purchase of Saab’s GlobalEye early warning aircraft to patrol Arctic territoryReuters in OttawaWed 27 May 2026 11.58 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleCanada has announced plans to buy a fleet of early warning planes from Sweden’s Saab rather than a competing option from Boeing, as the country seeks to reduce reliance on US defence firms.Mark Carney,…
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