Richard Shimooka
Richard Shimooka is a senior fellow at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute, specializing in defense policy and procurement. He has provided critical insights into Canada's military procurement processes, emphasizing the complexities and bureaucratic challenges that hinder efficient purchasing of military gear. His expertise highlights the interplay between various government departments involved in defense procurement and critiques the potential pitfalls of establishing a separate defense procurement agency.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | 1 | 5.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 38,005,238 | 22,703 | $1,700,000 | 1,016$ |
| Totals | 1 | 38,005,238 | 22,703 | $1,700,000 | 1,016$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
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Canada:
Richard Shimooka, a senior fellow at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute think tank, said about six different parts of government have a role in buying military gear.
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