Context: The article discusses the decision made by the U.S. Department of Defense to suspend its participation in the Permanent Joint Board on Defense (PJBD) with Canada, citing concerns over Ottawa’s military commitments. The PJBD is a historic bilateral body that coordinates military cooperation between the two countries.
Fact Check: The article mentions the U.S. Department of Defense’s decision to suspend participation in the Permanent Joint Board on Defense (PJBD) with Canada, citing concerns over Ottawa’s military commitments. The decision was announced by U.S. Deputy Secretary of Defense Elbridge Colby.



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