Thank you very much, Chair.
In sum, the Department of National Defence and the Canadian Armed Forces are on the right path to deliver a meaningful and multifaceted regional presence for Canada, from which we can promote peace and stability in support of our international interests and values. Our commitment to peace, security and resilience in the Indo-Pacific region necessarily involves dialogue with China. We therefore remain committed to the approach described in Canada's Indo-Pacific strategy.
Canada will challenge China where our views differ, and we will co-operate with China where it is in our interest to do so, to find solutions to global issues. As we operate in the Indo-Pacific, the Canadian Armed Forces will always respect international rules and engage responsibly, and we expect others to do the same.
I look forward to your questions.
Thank you, Chair.