Thank you, Chair. Thank you, guests.
Mr. Dierkes, you've been talking about the strong relationship that Canada has with Japan. It's a mature relationship, a sophisticated economic situation that we share given the level of business present.
I haven't heard a lot about the defensive interests that Japan has. I guess this is a quick twofold question please, because I have another if I can fit it in.
What's your view of Japan's defensive interests as they relate to Canada? That's a key point to me. And ultimately, truly, why does Japan need to do this?