We do retain a certain fig leaf in the form of forward-operating locations for CF-18s and the ability to deploy in surge capability into the Arctic. We are heavily reliant on American assets; that is absolutely certain. Nevertheless, to completely rely on them, you're placing an enormous burden of trust on another nation that they will, in fact, share the information they are gathering during their operations in the north.
On May 6th, 2022. See this statement in context.