Source: Global Network
[Huanqiu Network Report, Reporter Zhang Qian] According to reports by the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC), CTV Television and other media, US President Donald Trump said on the White House Oval Office on the 20th local time that Canada has expressed its desire to join the "Golden Dome" missile defense system plan which the United States is promoting. The Canadian government confirmed that discussions regarding this issue are currently being held with the US side.
On May 20 local time, Trump announced the "Golden Dome" missile defense system plan at the White House. Photo source: US media
According to CBC, the "Golden Dome" missile defense system plan will last three years and cost approximately $175 billion, aiming to build a multi-functional missile defense system.
"Canada called us and said they want to get involved," Trump said. "They want to join and participate." He also added that Canada will pay its "fair share," and "we will negotiate the price with them."
Reportedly, Ottawa confirmed that discussions with the US side regarding this matter are ongoing. The Canadian federal government stated in a statement that the discussions on missile defense are part of Prime Minister Trudeau's ongoing trade and security negotiations with Trump.
"Therefore, the prime minister and ministers are conducting extensive and constructive discussions with the US side," the statement said. "These discussions naturally include strengthening the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) and relevant plans such as 'Golden Dome'."
CBC mentioned that the meaning of this statement is extremely vague. It remains unclear how Canada will participate in the project, the division of responsibilities, and the payment amount. It is also unknown how this plan differs from existing arrangements under the NORAD system.
US President Donald Trump announced the development plan for the named "Golden Dome" space-based missile defense system in the afternoon of the 20th at the White House, stating that the system plan aims to be fully operational within three years. Trump said that the "Golden Dome" will integrate with the current US missile defense capabilities. Once fully completed, it will be able to intercept missiles launched from other parts of the world or even space, and the entire system will cost approximately $175 billion. The first tranche of $25 billion in start-up funds will be arranged in the next fiscal year budget under review by Congress. He also expressed his hope to complete the project before the end of his term.
However, the "Golden Dome" system has been questioned by many US media outlets and experts, who believe it faces severe challenges in technology research and development and funding arrangements. Trump's set timetable further increases the difficulty of implementing the project. Experts warn that the "Golden Dome" system will further intensify the arms race in space.
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