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Philip Koop's avatar

I think we might benefit from your insight as to why Japan chose not to participate in the CPSP. Contrast with their eagerness to work with Australia.

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Philippe Lagassé's avatar

Based on my trip there in 2024, I would argue that they decided they aren’t ready to move toward major, complex defence exports. Australia surely shaped and reinforced that view.

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Philip Koop's avatar

Thanks!

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Richard Reeleder's avatar

Has the CPC ever defined what they mean by 'woke' in the military? Sounds like a word that means everything and nothing at the same time.

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Philippe Lagassé's avatar

See Maisonneuve's various opeds.

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Richard Reeleder's avatar

Yes, read those. But still unclear what they mean by woke. It is clear, however, that Maisonneuve doesn't know either.

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