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Canada Considers Joining Global Combat Air Programme for Tempest Fighter

4/2/2026

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Canada may join the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP) led by Japan, the United Kingdom, and Italy.
The GCAP aims to develop a sixth-generation stealth fighter called the Tempest.
Canada will assess the aircraft's suitability for its defense needs.
Canada will not participate in development.
A formal decision will be made at a July meeting of defense ministers, following discussions during Prime Minister Mark Carney's March visit to Japan.

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Story summary

Canada may join the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP) led by Japan, the United Kingdom, and Italy.
The GCAP aims to develop a sixth-generation stealth fighter called the Tempest.
Canada will assess the aircraft's suitability for its defense needs.
Canada will not participate in development.
A formal decision will be made at a July meeting of defense ministers, following discussions during Prime Minister Mark Carney's March visit to Japan.