https://declassified.library.utoronto.ca/files/original/fd59dd9843107caf490d1eefde94bc75.pdf b82e33d6378f3ea52051be944fdbe22b PDF Text Text to Information Act Document divulgue en vertu de la Loi sur I'acces a /'information IIIIIHISI1IIIIHWIIIIW SECRET [CDS], CABINET CONFIDENCE RENSEIGNEMENTS PRIVILEGES DU CABINET KET - EC mc u #MCU2003-00658 Doc #66343 du ministre ifense nation; I IIIIIIIHIIIM ;• •tiDjaeeG-eeGseB > TEMPORARY DOCKETJ5 AHk Nd I lb BE TRAb Chretien. Jean mc u #MCU2003-00658B Doc #66344 LES DOSSIERS TEMPORAIRES NE DOIVENT EN Z SUBJECT: SUJET: BRIEFING NOTE FOR MINISTER DEPLOYMENT OF A CANADIAN FORCES LIAISON TEAM TO QATAR PA. RANGER REMARKS REMARQUES TO A Date Date Init. B.F. RAPPEL Date Cancel Annuler o pt 3‘ z co co IO co o oI co o o CM 2D O o o 5 =: 38 5 co ■I ■ Si <0 g <o . <0 3 <o <D * R o 52 Q INSTRUCTIONS Temporary Dockets are to deal WITH ONE CASE ONLY. Les dossiers temporaires sont crees a regard d'un SEUL CAS. 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DND 51 000009 �Document disclosed under the Access to Information Act Document divulgue en vertu de la Loi sur I'acces a /'information SECRET(CC) Minister of National Defence jgj| Ministre , : de la Defense nationale Ottawa, Canada K1A0K2 JAN 3 1 2003 (YiCiA- The Right Honourable Jean Chretien, P.C., Q.C., M.P., LL.L, LL.D., Prime Minister of Canada Langevin Block 80 Wellington Street Ottawa ON K1A0A2 3'9**'3 Dear Prime Minister: For operational security, and to ensure that appropriate attention continues to be paid to the campaign against terrorism, US Central Command is dividing its headquarters into two staffs: one focussed on Operation Enduring Freedom, and the other on planning for possible action against Iraq. To reinforce this division, the United States has deployed the latter staff to Qatar. As a result, Canadian Forces officers in Tampa have now lost access to US planning for any eventual action against Iraq. Following our conversation, I am writing to confirm that I have authorized the deployment of a Canadian Forces liaison team to Qatar to preserve access to US military planning for possible action against Iraq. This deployment will in no way prejudge the final decision to be made by the Government of Canada on possible military participation in a campaign against Iraq. It will, however, preserve the Government’s ability to make informed decisions and ensure that information is available to the Government and, in the event that Canada elected to participate militarily, to Canadian Forces planners. Australia and the United Kingdom intend to deploy liaison teams to Qatar, and they have already positioned equipment in the region. Their participation in any military action will remain subject to national decisions taken at the appropriate time. Minister Graham has been advised and concurs. Yours sincerely, The Honourable John McCallum, P.C., M.P. c: The Honourable Bill Graham, P.C., M.P. Canada 6 0 ^000010 3 �Document disclosed under tne access ro inform oiiOTTfiCt Document divulgue en vertu de la Loi sur I'acces a /'information SECRET(CC) The Right Honourable Jean Chretien, P.C..Q.C., M.P..LL.L, LL.D., Prime Minister of Canada Langevin Block 80 Wellington Street Ottawa ON K1A0A2 Dear Prime Minister: Deployment of a Canadian Forces Liaison Team to Qatar For operational security, and to ensure that appropriate attention continues to be paid to the campaign against terrorism, US Central Command is dividing its headquarters into two staffs: one focused on Operation ENDURING FREEDOM, and one dedicated to planning for possible action against Iraq. To further reinforce this division of responsibilities, the US has deployed its staff focused on Iraq planning to Qatar. As such, Canadian Forces officers currently in Tampa have now lost access to knowledge of planning for any eventual action against Iraq. This is to inform you that I have authorized the deployment of a Canadian Forces liaison team to Qatar to preserve access to US military planning for possible action against Iraq. This deployment will in no way prejudge the final decision to be made by the Government of Canada with respect to possible military participation in any potential campaign against Iraq. It would, however, preserve the Government’s ability to make an informed decision and ensure that the required information is available both to the Government and, in the event that Canada elected to participate militarily, to Canadian Forces military planners. We have been informed that both Australia and the United Kingdom intend to deploy liaison teams to Qatar and have already pre-positioned equipment within the region, notwithstanding the fact that their participation in any eventual military action will still be subject to national decisions taken at the appropriate time. Minister Graham has been advised and concurs. Yours sincerely, The Honourable John McCallum, P.C., M.P. Minister of National Defence Cc The Honourable Bill Graham, P.C., M.P. 000011 �Document disclosed under the Access to Information Act Document divulgue en vertu de la Loi sur I'acces a rinfornwtlfjP SECRET(CEO) Chief of the Defence Staff National Defence Headquarters Ottawa, Ontario K1A0K2 Chef d’etat-major de la Defense Quartier general de la Defense nationale Ottawa (Ontario) K1A0K2 3 V) $ JAN 3 0 » The Minister DEPLOYMENT OF A CANADIAN FORCES LIAISON TEAM TO QATAR 1. For operational security, and to ensure that appropriate attention continues to be paid to the campaign against terrorism, US Central Command is dividing its headquarters into two staffs: one focused on Operation ENDURING FREEDOM, and one dedicated to planning for possible action against Iraq. To further reinforce this division of responsibilities, the US has now deployed its staff focused on Iraq planning to Qatar. As such, Canadian Forces officers currently in Tampa have now lost access to knowledge of planning for any eventual action against Iraq. In order that they may maintain effective contact with US forces, we recommend that you agree to the deployment of a team of Canadian Forces liaison officers to Qatar. We also wish to emphasize that a decision in this regard is considered a matter of urgency - the train may literally leave the station, without the Canadian Forces, if the recommended deployment is not authorized at this time. 2. Deploying the Canadian liaison team to Qatar to interface with all staff functions of the US deployed headquarters is essential, at least initially, to allow maximum exposure to all facets of operational planning for a possible campaign against Iraq. This deployment would in no way prejudge the final decision to be made by the Government of Canada with respect to possible military participation in any potential campaign against Iraq. It would, however, preserve the Government's ability to make an informed decision and to ensure that the required information is available both to the Government and, in the event that Canada elected to participate militarily, to Canadian Forces military planners. We have been informed that both Australia and the United Kingdom intend to deploy liaison teams to Qatar and have already pre-positioned equipment within the region, notwithstanding the fact that their participation in any eventual military action will still be subject to national decisions taken at the appropriate time. A decision to simply retain a liaison presence at CENTCOM in Tampa would severely compromise the initial progress made in gaining insight into US planning efforts. Additionally, our liaison officers attached to the US Component 1/2 HI National Defence Defense nationale SECRET (CEO) Canada 000012 �Document disclosed under the Access to Information Act Documen t divulgue en vertu de la Loi sur I'acces a I'information SECRET(CEO) Commands in Kuwait, Saudi Arabia and Bahrain are in discussions regarding the military capabilities Canada is considering. 3. Time is of the essence. If you approve, we will so inform the Privy Council Office and the Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade. We further recommend that you sign the enclosed letter to the Prime Minister. R.R. Henault General Chief of the Defence Staff Margaret Bloodworth Deputy Minister Enclosures: 2 Approve 3/ John McCallum Minister of National Defence 2/2 Date IIIIIIIMIH [CDS], Doc #66343 SECRET (CEO) 03 ENTERED: 14:02, 2003-01-30 mc u # MCU2003-00658 000013 �Document a Document divul 'ueen MND REGISTRY' /'inform ition REGISTRE DU MDN SECRET (CEO) Referred to Transinis a------------------------- — BRIEFING NOTE FOR THE MINISTER OF NATIONAL DEFENCE ISSUE • JAN 3 0 2003 ’F-'eNO" ; No. de Dossier-------------2— ■ Charged to Whether a Canadian Forces liaison team be deployed to Qatar? Staffi-Arrgntfr deployed liaison officers at Coalition Forces Land, Maritime and Air Component Command headquarters continue to conduct liaison with respect to potential military action against Iraq. ....... BACKGROUND • On 4 December, Canada responded to a US request regarding a possible Canadian contribution to a potential coalition against Iraq by suggesting that military authorities begin discussions on a possible Canadian contribution. For Canada, the purpose of these military-to-military discussions was to seek information for use in developing options for the Government and to ensure that the Canadian Forces are well prepared for all contingencies and for cooperation with other partners in the event of future military action, if approved by the Government of Canada. • US operational planning is well-advanced and continues to be refined daily in order that US forces are prepared to implement any political decision to commence initial operations against Iraq as early as mid-February or early March. The Canadian liaison team, which arrived at CENTCOM in Tampa, Florida, in late December 2002, has been made privy to much of the planning process and has been instrumental in assisting National Defence Headquarters’ development of plausible options for governmental consideration. DISCUSSION • For operational security, and to ensure that appropriate attention continues to be paid to the campaign against terrorism, CENTCOM is dividing its headquarters into two staffs: one focused on Operation ENDURING FREEDOM, and one dedicated to planning for possible action against Iraq. To further reinforce this division of responsibilities, CENTCOM has deployed its staff focused on Iraq planning to Qatar. Additionally, operational planning for possible military action against Iraq is being conducted at the Coalition Forces Land (Kuwait), Air (Saudi Arabia) and Maritime (Bahrain) Component Command headquarters. • Canadian Forces officers currently in Tampa have now lost access to planning for any eventual action against Iraq. In order that they may continue their liaison activities in an effective manner, consideration should be given to sending a small liaison team to Qatar in conjunction with the CENTCOM deployment. We have been informed that both Australia and the United 1/2 SECRET(CEO) i 000014 �Document disclosed under the Access to Information Act Document divulgue en vertu de la Loi sur I'occes a I'information SECRET(CEO) Kingdom intend to deploy liaison teams to Qatar and have already prepositioned equipment within the region, notwithstanding the fact that their participation in any eventual military action will still be subject to national decisions taken at the appropriate time. • The deployment of a liaison team to Qatar, and having the currently deployed liaison officers at Coalition Forces' Land, Maritime and Air Component headquarters continue their discussions on Iraq, would in no way prejudge the final political decision to be made by the Government of Canada with respect to possible military participation in any potential campaign against Iraq. It would, however, preserve the Government’s ability to make an informed decision by ensuring that the required information is available both to the Government and, in the event that Canada elected to participate militarily, to Canadian Forces military planners. A decision to simply retain a liaison presence at CENTCOM in Tampa would severely compromise the initial progress made in gaining insight into US planning efforts on Iraq. • The incremental cost for deployment of the Canadian liaison team to Qatar over a six-month period has been estimated at $250,000 for a team comprising 14 planners and 11 communications/support staff that would be capable of continuous operations, i.e. 24 hours per day, 7 days per week (24/7). • The deployment would also be contingent on Canada seeking appropriate diplomatic clearances. If you agree, preparations for deploying the liaison team could begin immediately. • The Department of Foreign Affairs has been consulted and concurs. A letter to the Prime Minister is enclosed for the Minister of National Defence's signature. Prepared by: Consulted: Responsible Director: Responsible Director General: Responsible Group Principal: Date Prepared: Corri Barr, DPK Pol 6, 996-1741 LCol J.R. Forestell. DPK Pol 3, 992-3976 J3 Int'l Col G. Coth, DPK Pol, 992-1872 MGen H.C. Ross, DGIS Pol, 992-2769 Dr. Kenneth J. Calder, ADM(Pol), 992-3458 16 January 2003 2/2 SECRET(CEO) 000015 �Document disclosed under the Access to Information Act Document divulgue en vertu de la Loi sur I'acces a /'information 3 b- COL J.M.M. 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