Episode Details

The BC Conservatives didn't mean to politicize "blackmail" accusations against their political rivals. The BCNDP and federal government face further criticism over the BC Ferries order. And (most) NATO allies commit to spending unseen amounts on military build-ups.

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Links

• Rustad wonders if he should have made 'blackmail' claim after Opposition caucus meets | CBC News
• Rustad says staff won't give RCMP 'blackmail' statement as leadership vote begins - Richmond News
• Federal infrastructure bank provided $1-billion in loans for BC Ferries to buy Chinese-made ships - The Globe and Mail
• Tories call for hearing on $1-billion federal loan for BC Ferries’ purchase of Chinese vessels - The Globe and Mail
• FIFA World Cup hosting costs revealed by B.C. are up to $624 million | Vancouver Sun
• Senate passes controversial bill to fast-track major projects
• Bill C-5: Canadians support fast-tracking projects, but conflicted over individual elements of the legislation -
• Carney ready to dismiss top bureaucrats unable to meet his expectations, Liberal insiders say - The Globe and Mail
• The Hague Summit Declaration issued by NATO Heads of State and Government (2025), 25-Jun.
• Canada promises to spend 5% of GDP on defence by 2035 in pact with NATO leaders | CBC News
• NATO's 5% benchmark would cost Canada $150B a year, Carney says | CBC News
• Canada signs deal deepening European defence and security partnership | CBC News
• Carney says Canada will meet new NATO spending target by developing critical minerals
• Ottawa considering military equipment production deal with Ukraine, Defence Minister says - The Globe and Mail
• NATO’s new villain: Spain – POLITICO