Frederick Pai discusses the challenges Janet Yellen faces as new Chair of the Federal Reserve.
Security, Trade and the Economy
The Security, Trade and the Economy program aims to provide Canadians with relevant and accessible analysis on current international economic policies with a focus on Canadian interests and trade security. Additionally, the program examines our country’s commitment to NATO’s mandate of encouraging economic collaboration and eliminating economic conflict.
Selling the West: The Future of Privatization in Traditionally Wealthy Western States
Andrew Majoran discusses the increasingly appealing debt relief options Western states have available through privatization.
Mexican Government Reforms Oil Industry
Frederick Pai discusses the story behind recent Mexican energy policy reforms and its implications for Canada.
Recovery on Whose Terms? Switzerland’s Basic Income Proposal
Daniel Troup discusses Switzerland’s forthcoming referendum on basic income and the challenges of the current labour market.
Recovery on Whose Terms? The New Job Market and the Rise of “Flexibility”
Daniel Troup discusses the political implications of recent labour market trends.
Reviewing the Case for Increased Defence Spending in Canada
Alessandro Gagliardi surveys the academic and official discourse on the dynamics of Canadian defence spending.
Canadian Trade: Diversification Vs. Integration
Janetta McKenzie discusses the prospect of Canadian economic expansion into Asia.
The Emerging German-US Economic Divide
Daniel Troup examines recent disagreements between the US and Germany over the European economy.
Iranian Nuclear Deal to be Implemented This Week
Sam Khanlari discusses the details of implementing the Geneva agreement between Iran and the P5+1.