Salvos aimed at halting the military rot

Article Abstract:

Young's proposed reforms for the Canadian military are largely on target. His plan to make the chief of defense staff personally responsible for actions taken under his command will force officers at all levels to accept responsibility. Public inquiries into alleged military misconduct should continue.

Cover Story, Courts-martial and courts of inquiry, Court martial

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Can Young tame the demons at defense?

Article Abstract:

Young faces many challenges as he attempts to shape the Canadian military into an efficient and effective organization for fighting internal and external threats to national security. Young's thoughts on problems facing the military such as scandal and infighting are discussed.

Management, Canada. Department of National Defence

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Martin's $1-billion defence-spending hit

Article Abstract:

Canada's military, which has already downsized as a result of the Cold War's end, faces a new round of steep cuts in its pool of funds, if Paul Martin's proposed federal budget is adopted. Canada should resist the urge to disarm unilaterally.

Defense spending, Martin, Paul (Canadian government official), Defence spending

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