Canada is expected on Monday to decide between bids from Germany and South Korea for the procurement of a fleet of 12 submarines. Multiple reports state the decision concerns a multibillion-dollar defence project aimed at replacing or expanding Canada’s undersea capabilities. The two competing proposals are linked to submarine designs and industrial arrangements offered by the German and South Korean bidders. The selection process is scheduled to conclude with Canada’s announcement of which bid it will move forward with, following evaluation of the competing submissions. Details of specific requirements, pricing, and technical factors are not included in the provided summaries, but the common element across the reports is the timing and the two shortlisted nations. The decision is expected to shape the next phase of contracting and future planning for Canadian submarine capability, including potential long-term roles for domestic and international partners. Both outlets characterize the event as a key milestone in Canada’s submarine procurement process.