Norwegian-Russian co-operation is affecting Canada’s policy decisions on the Arctic and Russian aggression in the far north.
Cyber Security and Emerging Threats
The NAOC’s Cyber Security and Emerging Threats Program features an in-depth analysis of latest trends, developments, and threats in international security. New security concerns are always on the horizon and our program seeks to examine these domains including global warming, natural resources, drones, urban conflicts, and cyberspace.
The program’s mandate is to keep Canadians informed on these rapidly developing and increasingly pivotal realms that are integral to all aspects of security.
Powder Keg: Venezuela, Food Insecurity, and Political Unrest
Amid mass rioting over the past weeks, Catherine Gao looks at the relationship between food insecurity and Venezuela’s political unrest.
Romania: Why the Lack of Progress?
Even before it joined the EU, Romania was one of the most corrupt countries in Europe. Now that Russian aggression is a major threat, Romania is seen as a very strategic ally. However, seeing how it is currently ruling under an interim government, the question remains: how much can Romania be seen credibly when it still has not solved its corruption problems?
NATO Adds Cyber to Operational Domain
Eimi Harris discusses the implications of integrating cyber into NATO’s operational domain and how this will impact diplomatic decision-making.
You May Not Notice the IANA, but the Internet Community Does
Eimi Harris discusses the IANA Stewardship Transition proposal, the shift of internet management away from the US government and what its implications will be on international internet governance.
The Solution to Climate Change Could be Nuclear
Is the bias against nuclear energy a barrier to effective climate action? Juliette Bronchtein explores the potential and obstacles of alternative nuclear fuel sources.
Combatting Online Jihadi Propaganda
Sandy Vingoe explores U.S. State Department intiatives for countering ISIS propaganda in the wake of the Orlando massacre.
Between a Rock and a Hard Place: Canada’s Refusal to Negotiate with Terrorists
Following the recent murder of Canadian Robert Hall by Abu Sayyaf militants, Catherine Gao takes a look at ransom payments and the ethical and strategic dilemmas they create.
A Second Islamic State? The Next Chapter of the War in Syria
As Al Qaeda leader Ayman al-Zawahiri recently ordered the group’s Syrian affiliate – the Al Nusra front – to form an emirate, Neil Siviter analyzes how the group seeks to achieve this project and also, how a second Islamic State could influence the conflict in Syria
The Return of the German Leadership in Europe
Did Russian threat propel Germany into its traditional role? Adlan Taramov Explores how migration crisis and war in Ukraine are bringing back Europe’s old insecurities that could translate into a new period of German leadership in Europe.