Statement of Prime Minister's Office
The statement from the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) on the occasion of Justin Trudeau's participation in the NATO Summit on the occasion of the 75th anniversary of NATO's founding, mechanically repeats the fabricated war hysteria that he and his NATO allies use to justify their arming and financing of the Ukraine regime.
The statement deceptively opposes "Russian aggression and destabilization" as well as "Russia's unjustifiable war of aggression" without mentioning that the war against the Ukrainian people, in particular the Donbass people, did not begin with the Russian military operation in 2022. After the U.S.-sponsored coup in 2014, in which Canada played a major role, and the declaration of independence by the people in the eastern regions, there was a brutal war launched by the central government against the new republics -- the Donetsk People's Republic and Luhansk People's Republic. An anti-Russian cabal of Nazis was brought to power under the aegis of the U.S. and NATO. These Nazis had taken thousands of lives by the time of the Russian intervention in the form of a Special Military Operation was launched in 2022 to accomplish the denazification and demilitarization of Ukraine which threaten Russia's security.
It was explained at the outset of the Russian Special Military Operation, and again recently, that the Russian forces were invited to assist in defending the people of the new republics against the abuses of the neo-Nazis which had taken power in Ukraine, against them. Russia launched the Special Military Operation under Article 51 of the United Nations Charter. Article 51 stipulates: “Nothing in the present Charter shall impair the inherent right of individual or collective self-defence if an armed attack occurs against a Member of the United Nations, until the Security Council has taken measures necessary to maintain international peace and security."
This reality is never mentioned by Trudeau or his collaborators. It shows what they mean when they pledge allegiance to a "rules-based international order." When those that the U.S./NATO deem to be their rivals appear to violate an international "rule," they issue howls of indignation, but when the people proclaim their right to self-determination, they respond with violence and destruction, without regard for any "rules."
What war aims of the "international rules-based order" Canada upholds can be seen in the PMO's statement which adds that Prime Minister Trudeau is attending the NATO Summit to:
"... reaffirm Canada's commitment to Euro-Atlantic security and stability, particularly in the face of ongoing Russian aggression and destabilization. He will highlight Canada's contributions to NATO's collective defence efforts across Europe, including through Operation REASSURANCE, Canada's largest active overseas military deployment.
"At the Summit, Prime Minister Trudeau will meet with NATO Allies and international partners to strengthen Euro-Atlantic security. Together, NATO leaders will explore ways to bolster collective deterrence and enhance defence capabilities and co-operation, while addressing other ongoing and emerging threats to the rules-based international order.
"While in Washington, the Prime Minister will meet with members of the United States Senate and House of Representatives to advance opportunities for Canadian businesses, workers, and communities across the country – as part of our Team Canada effort to promote and defend Canada's interests in and with the United States.
"Prime Minister Trudeau and NATO Allies will be joined by the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, for a NATO-Ukraine Council meeting focused on enhancing support for Ukraine and further responding to Russia's unjustifiable war of aggression. During this meeting, Prime Minister Trudeau will underline the importance of continued military, financial, and humanitarian support to Ukraine. Throughout his visit, the Prime Minister will reaffirm Canada's commitment to strengthening shared defence priorities and security partnerships. ...
"Current Canadian contributions to NATO include:
- Supporting NATO assurance and deterrence measures in Central and Eastern Europe through Operation REASSURANCE. With approximately 1,500 Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members currently deployed, it is Canada's largest international military operation. Canada has been leading the NATO multinational Battlegroup, soon to be Brigade, in Latvia since 2017. In July 2023, Prime Minister Trudeau announced the renewal and expansion of Operation REASSURANCE, committing $2.6 billion to a three-year mandate, with up to 2,200 CAF troops continuously deployed.
- Deploying His Majesty's Canadian Ship Charlottetown to join and assume flagship duties of Standing NATO Maritime Group 2 (SNMG2) as part of Operation REASSURANCE in the Mediterranean Sea. The Royal Canadian Navy's involvement in SNMG2 demonstrates Canada's continued participation in NATO and strengthens military co-operation with our Allies and partners in the region.
- Hosting the NATO Climate Change and Security Centre of Excellence, in Montreal, Quebec, and NATO's North American Regional Office of the Defence Innovation Accelerator for the North Atlantic, in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
- Continuing to support training and capacity-building efforts in the Middle East under Operation IMPACT, including through NATO Mission Iraq, which was set up under Canadian command, and contributing to lasting security and stability in the country.
- Providing CAF personnel support to the NATO-led international peace support operation in Kosovo through Operation KOBOLD.
"In Budget 2024 and Our North, Strong and Free: A Renewed Vision for Canada's Defence, the Government of Canada announced $8.1 billion over five years and $73 billion over 20 years in new defence spending. This builds on historic investments the federal government has made to date to support members of our Armed Forces, strengthen Canada's defence capabilities, and respond to global challenges.
"Since 2022, Canada has committed over $19 billion in multifaceted support to Ukraine. This includes $4 billion in military aid and equipment donations, such as Leopard 2A4 main battle tanks and an armoured recovery vehicle, armoured combat support vehicles, anti-tank weapons, and other arms and equipment. Other assistance includes $12.4 billion in financial assistance, $352.5 million in humanitarian assistance, $442 million in development assistance, and over $210 million in security and stabilization programming."
This article was published in
Volume 54 Number 40 - July 8, 2024
Article Link:
https://cpcml.ca/Tmlm2024/Articles/MS54404.HTM
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