Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced an additional $32 billion CAD (US$24 billion) in funding to strengthen military presence and infrastructure in the Arctic, including forward operating locations in Yellowknife, Inuvik, Iqaluit, and Goose Bay.

The plan includes $2.7 billion CAD (US$1.9 billion) for four new remote hubs to enable rapid deployment and support for roads and ports, such as the Mackenzie Valley Highway linking Yellowknife and Inuvik.

Carney emphasized that Canada cannot rely on other nations for its security and prosperity amid rising global tensions.

The announcement comes as Arctic sovereignty debates intensify, including U.S. proposals by President Trump regarding Greenland and Canada, the AP has reported.

Carney made the announcement in Yellowknife before traveling to Norway to observe a NATO exercise.