Military considers permanent bases in Latvia as part of Canada's NATO commitment

Military considers permanent bases in Latvia as part of Canada's NATO commitment

Canada’s operational command is looking at the possibility of permanent bases in Latvia as one potential solution to sustaining the country’s NATO deployment over the long haul.

Canada studies permanent military bases in Latvia to sustain NATO mission and deter Russian aggression - South Asian Daily

Canada’s military is examining whether a more permanent presence in Latvia could help sustain its long-term NATO commitment, as concerns grow about troop shortages and rising security risks in the Baltic region. Lt.-Gen. Steve Boivin, commander of the Canadian Joint Operations Command, confirmed that a formal study is underway to assess how Canada’s largest overseas deployment can be maintained into the future. One option under review includes m…