National Defence committee  We really don't comment on what is pretty idle speculation from news reports of discussions of presidential candidates, so with your permission, I'll just pass on that one.

National Defence committee  I don't think so. I don't think the two are naturally in contradiction of each other. Obviously to defend North America, there is really no choice but to work together. I think it's clear as the admiral and as Stephen Burt have said. How do we deal with things abroad? I think w

National Defence committee  Thank you very much. Good morning, Mr. Chair and members of the committee. It's my pleasure to be here today to discuss the foreign policy considerations related to the defence of North America. First, allow me to say just a few words about my own role at Global Affairs Canada.