Canadian government halts UH-60 acquisition plans over US trade conflict

Ottawa has paused its plan to purchase sixteen Sikorsky UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters, a move initiated this past summer. The decision stems from a broader trade dispute between Canada and the United States. Originally, Ottawa aimed to acquire these rotorcraft specifically for Canadian special operations forces’ support needs. Negotiations regarding the procurement were put on hold due to escalating tensions in the international trading environment. This action reflects the ongoing impact of the US trade conflict on key defense acquisitions within Canada.