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Canada: Carney announces 2 billion dollars in armored vehicles in response to Trump's pressure

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General Dynamics has secured a contract from the Canadian government to build 35 additional armored vehicles destined for Ukraine, financed by Canada.

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On July 16, 2026, in London, Ontario, Mark Carney announced an investment of nearly 2 billion Canadian dollars over four years to produce 190 armored vehicles. This partnership with General Dynamics marks a turning point in Canadian industrial autonomy in the face of Donald Trump's tariff threats.Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney formalized a contract of nearly 2 billion Canadian dollars with General Dynamics Land Systems-Canada on July 16, 2026, in London, Ontario. This partnership provides for the construction of 190 Armored Combat Support Vehicles (ACSV) over four years, increasing the Canadian Armed Forces' fleet from 360 to 550 units, according to the Prime Minister's Office.The announcement comes amid increased trade and diplomatic tensions with the United States. Carney publicly rejected pressure from US President Donald Trump, stating that Canada "will control its own economic future," according to The Financial Express.The contract signed with General Dynamics Land Systems-Canada concerns the delivery of 190 Armored Combat Support Vehicles, as confirmed by CPAC. These vehicles will reinforce a fleet that currently numbers 360 units. The investment spans four years and constitutes the first milestone of the industrial defense strategy unveiled by the Carney government in February 2026, according to BNN Bloomberg.Alongside the main contract, Canada will also finance...

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Alongside the main contract, Canada will also finance the construction of 35 additional armored vehicles destined for Ukraine, according to Defense News.

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