https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/uk-actively-exploring-joining-canada-led-global-defence-bankContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/uk-actively-exploring-joining-canada-led-global-defence-bankhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/uk-actively-exploring-joining-canada-led-global-defence-bank#u72831Thu, 17 Sep 2026 13:06:34 +0000The UK is actively discussing joining a new global defence bank led by Canada. John Healey is leading talks regarding the membership, which AzerNews reports is intended to fund NATO projects. This move coincides with a broader shift in defence relations, as Canada has also formally applied to join the British-led Joint Expeditionary Force to diversify its military ties away from the United States and increase cooperation with European partners.Why it mattersThe Joint Expeditionary Force is a response military coalition composed of NATO member states. Canada is seeking new industrial partnershi