Thank you, Chair.
I will ask my questions in French, Mr. Matthews, if you don't mind.
As you know, our government is investing heavily in defence. I am pleased and honoured to serve on the Standing Committee on National Defence, and I would like to ask you some questions about the supplementary estimates (C) and the investments we are currently making.
I listened to the minister's remarks this morning, and I think that it is important to be aware of what is happening around the world. Right now, the situation is changing every day. However, I heard that the Canadian Armed Forces has a $1-billion fund so that they can take action if necessary.
I would like you to tell us why this fund is necessary and important so that our operations don't come to a halt, because that is what would happen if the necessary funding was not available.