Thank you very much for that. It's a very important question.
In terms of a re-engagement, we've looked at the analysis. This is not strictly about what Canada can provide and offer.
The Prime Minister is very careful when he talks about multilateralism. We want to be a responsible coalition partner, whether it's part of countering ISIS, at NATO or at the United Nations. In this case, we did a very thorough analysis by talking not only to the United Nations, but also in meeting with some of the nations themselves and their leadership on what was needed.
There is a reason the smart pledging concept is important. This is not just about one or two years. This is about sustaining key capabilities for the long term.
As part of our commitment, we have not only offered this. This is about our doing our part, potentially, for other missions as well. The ultimate goal is making sure the mission itself is sustained. If we do not get into smart pledges, one nation will get burdened with this. In the past, capabilities for these missions were being lost or diminished. We want to make sure that the great work that's been happening on the ground can be sustained.
That's why this is done. This is not about one or two years. This is about creating the smart pledging concept and making it happen, which has worked well in other places.