David McGuinty
CanadapoliticianMaleb. 19606.0Global Dominance: 0.01%David McGuinty is a Canadian politician and the Public Safety Minister who emphasized the importance of Kevin Brosseau's appointment as fentanyl czar, highlighting the need for coordinated efforts in tackling fentanyl trafficking and organized crime across Canada and its borders.
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David McGuinty is the Minister of National Defense attending a tour of the Fort York Armoury.
Canadians did not vote for such high defence spending. How to get them on side?Canada· 2026-06-21
David McGuinty is the Canadian Minister of National Defense who stated that Canada views the Taiwan Strait as international waters.
Canadian warship passes through Strait
Taiwan· 2026-05-29
David McGuinty is the Canadian Minister of National Defense who stated Canada's view on the Taiwan Strait.
Canadian warship transits Taiwan Strait ahead of Chinese minister’s visitTaiwan· 2026-05-29
David McGuinty is the Defence Minister of Canada who stated that the Taiwan Strait is considered international waters.
Canadian warship transits Taiwan Strait despite China’s warningCanada· 2026-05-28
The forum will be co-chaired by Defence Minister David McGuinty, Ms. Joly, Mr. Fuhr and a rotating selection of senior industry executives.
Ottawa will designate domestic defence ‘champions’ as part of strategy to rebuild sectorCanada· 2026-05-28
The forum will be co-chaired by Defence Minister David McGuinty.
Ottawa picks Sweden’s Saab early-warning aircraft tech over U.S. contendersCanada· 2026-05-27
Canadian Defence Minister David McGuinty told this masthead he hoped the two nations would strike a visiting forces agreement.
Canada urges middle powers to unite against superpowers
Australia· 2026-03-05
Defence Minister David McGuinty is involved in strengthening trade ties between Canada and Australia.
When Canada and Australia team up, nobody can stop usCanada· 2026-03-04
David McGuinty believes the Canada-Australia relationship has been undervalued and needs to be strengthened.
Canada PM Mark Carney pushes for closer military ties with Australia to counter global superpowersAustralia· 2026-03-04
Defence Minister David McGuinty says Canadian military personnel in the Middle East are out of harm’s way.
Carney says Ottawa’s position supporting U.S., Israeli strikes on Iran was taken with regretCanada· 2026-03-04
Defence Minister David McGuinty defended the Liberal government’s decision to back U.S. and Israeli air strikes on Iran.
Live updates: U.S., Israel launch new wave of attacks on Beirut, TehranCanada· 2026-03-03
Defence Minister David McGuinty defended Ottawa’s backing of air strikes on Iran while criticizing Ayatollah Khamenei.
Iran’s former leader was ‘force for evil,’ defence minister says as he defends Ottawa’s backing of air strikesCanada· 2026-03-03David McGuinty is the National Defence Minister of Canada.
Ottawa weighs splitting submarine contract between Europe and South Korea, sources sayCanada· 2026-03-02
Canadian Minister of National Defense David McGuinty participated in a meeting with South Korean ministers regarding regional stability.
Rubio backs Saint Kitts and Nevis–Taiwan tiesTaiwan· 2026-02-26
Defence Minister David McGuinty is part of the delegation accompanying Mr. Carney to India.
From expulsions to embrace: Carney resets relations with India that hit a low point just 16 months agoCanada· 2026-02-26
Defence Minister David McGuinty is making the announcement Tuesday at the Uplands Military Community Centre in Ottawa.
Defence department to build 7,500 new housing units across CanadaCanada· 2026-02-24
National Defence Minister David McGuinty announced more military training and financial support for Ukraine.
Canada announces more military aid for Ukraine on war’s fourth anniversaryCanada· 2026-02-24
David McGuinty is the Defence Minister referenced in the strategy document's introduction.
Ottawa plans to double defence exports, create 125,000 jobs in next decadeCanada· 2026-02-15David McGuinty is the Defence Minister of Canada who spoke about the country's changing approach to defence at the Munich Security Conference.
Canada signs agreement to work with Denmark on Arctic securityCanada· 2026-02-15
David McGuinty is the Canadian Minister of Defense who signed a cooperation agreement under the SAFE instrument.
Канада приєдналася до програми ЄС з переозброєння
Ukraine· 2026-02-15
Defence Minister David McGuinty will attend the Munich Security Conference on behalf of Prime Minister Mark Carney.
Emotional Carney says nation mourns with Tumbler Ridge, B.C., after deadly school shootingCanada· 2026-02-11
Defence Minister David McGuinty says the government intends to rearm the military with more conventional weapons.
Canada has no interest in acquiring nuclear weapons, Defence Minister saysCanada· 2026-02-03
Defence Minister David McGuinty said the centres, which will eventually exist all over the country, will be key for classified research and development to take place in Canada.
Calian leads $100-million investment to build cross-country defence lab networkCanada· 2026-01-27
David McGuinty is the National Defence Minister who toured a submarine at the Hanwha Ocean Shipyard with Prime Minister Carney.
Mark Carney’s survival plan: Canada and other ‘middle powers’ must co-operate in order to thriveCanada· 2026-01-24
Defence Minister David McGuinty announced the funds during the 32nd meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group.
Canada provides $50-million to buy drones and drone parts for UkraineCanada· 2025-12-16Defence Minister David McGuinty stated that the new fleet reflects Canada's commitment to supporting its aerospace industry.
Bombardier awarded CAF contract for six aircraftCanada· 2025-12-13
Minister of National Defence David McGuinty says the mobilization plan is important but not his top priority right now.
Plan to boost military reserves would focus on emergency relief, Defence Minister saysCanada· 2025-12-11
Defence Minister David McGuinty says the initiative 'reaffirms our commitment to strengthening Canada’s defence industrial base.'
Ottawa announces regional investment initiative to help Canadian defence companies scaleCanada· 2025-12-05
Defence Minister David McGuinty said in a statement about the contribution to Ukraine.
Canada buying $200-million in weapons for Ukraine from U.S. stockpileCanada· 2025-12-03
Defence Minister David McGuinty said that while Canada has secured access to SAFE, there are still 'fine print' negotiations to complete.
Canada reaches deal to join EU military procurement fundCanada· 2025-12-01