00:00Canadian Prime Minister Makani says his government is talking to the U.S. about joining President Donald Trump's $175 billion proposed Golden Dome Missile Defense Program.
00:13Makani, however, does not specify how much the country might contribute financially.
00:19Trump said the new project aimed at boosting North American security will be operational before his term ends.
00:26Earlier this week, he claimed Canada has shown interest in joining and must pay its fair share.
00:32Makani confirmed that military officials on both sides have long explored such cooperation, calling the initiative a good idea given the rising threats from North Korea, Russia, China and potentially even space.
00:45The proposal comes amid tense trade and security talks with Canada, with Trump recently suggesting Canada would be better off as a U.S. state.
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