Libya positioning is very interesting

03.20.11: Interesting to see this unfold. Obama was going to take a supporting role in this initiative but, as you would expect (having seen the "Why We Fight" documentary), they are controlling the initial enabling of the no fly zone ... and are expected to back off and allow Britain and France to take charge. We will see.


In looking more closely at Germany's decision, it appear to be a result of some state elections in the near future and the understanding the electorate would not like their leaders to engage in a potential war and play a more humanitarian role instead.


Again, I wonder how many Canadians are interested in Canada being on the offensive in Libya rather than a humanitarian role. Can we really play with the big boys or should we maintain the international role we had for so many years? Why are Canadians not speaking up? Maybe the military has a stronger say than I thought here in Canada...  

03.18.11: It never ceases to amaze me how countries use problems to attempt to create opportunities.

Libya has a problem with a exposed dictator ... and England and France are taking advantage of the situation ... and exposing Germany's decision.


Germany has "sided" with India and China and Russia.
Is this futuristic thinking or is it a mistake? Has Germany given up on the EU?


Meanwhile Harper is attempting to make use of our F-18s ... when not required and incurring substantial taxpayer expense. 
Is he still trying to support the ridiculous and exorbitant purchase of new fighters?


Isn't it amazing how a problem becomes an opportunity?


Here is a quote from The Telegraph:


...and Germany's unprecedented decision to break ranks with France and Britain, Europe's two diplomatic heavyweights, by abstaining with Brazil, Russia, India and China against action has raised new questions over the future of the EU's foreign policy.