If you look at the history of the aerospace sector in Canada, Canadians have always been at the leading edge of technology as it relates to manufacturing not just commercial aircraft but space and military aircraft. At one time, we were number four in the world in manufacturing. Today, we are about number 12. That's as a result of a variety of reasons.
Number one, the way we will continue to lead in this incredible segment is through research and development, by developing the skills in order to create the proper engineering jobs, in order to create the environment that deals with the latest in changing technology. We know that the aerospace industry is at the top of the food chain as it relates to technological advancement.
It's about research and development. It's about an overall commitment of the government through procurement to keep people employed. The problem with the aerospace industry today is the airline industry. People aren't buying planes. I'm spending a lot of time talking to Air Canada. Obviously, WestJet is participating here today. People aren't going to buy planes if we're not moving customers around the world. That's why we're going to have to find some solutions for rapid testing and digital travel wallets. There's going to have to be a whole host of initiatives in order to get people back to work.