March 4, 2026 | Vincent Rigby joins Bloomberg to discuss Canada’s evolving defence and foreign policy priorities as NATO considers a greater focus on the Arctic. Moderating a panel on Canada’s role in the Indo-Pacific, he notes that Ottawa has struggled to find its footing in the region and suggests the current strategy may require stronger alignment with broader defence priorities, including the Arctic and Europe. Rigby also points to the growing complexity of Canada’s diplomatic position aruging that navigating relationships with partners and rivals alike will test the government’s approach to pragmatic diplomacy.

Source: CBC News March 23, 2026 20:28 UTC