Canada and Germany deepen intelligence ties as Ottawa looks toward Europe

Canada and Germany have signed an agreement covering the protection and exchange of classified information. The move strengthens the legal and security framework for cooperation at a time when Ottawa is trying to deepen defence, economic and political relationships in Europe.

For Canada, the significance goes beyond one bilateral agreement. Economic security, defence procurement and intelligence cooperation are increasingly overlapping, making trusted information-sharing a practical part of broader trade and security strategy.