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.
While Iran’s relations with the world have improved since the development of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, Khalid Mahdi argues that the real success comes in the improvement of relations between the Islamic Republic and the International Atomic Energy Agency.
Looking at the aftermath of the Burkina Faso attacks.
Eimi Harris examines the recent cyber attacks on Ukrainian infrastructure.
Eric Morse and Stéfanie von Hlatky explain how ISIS has transformed our common understanding of borders, sovereignty and the international system in just a couple of years.
Kelsey Berg provides a philosophical analysis of modern surveillance, with a surface overview of the Canadian surveillance context.
In response to the downing of their fighter jet, Russia has decided to cut economic ties with Turkey. It has also suspended visa-free travel agreement with Turkey from January 1, 2016 onward.
Ben analyzes the influence of Russian media on the current conflict in Syria
Megan argues that the influx of Syrian refugees to Canada are a source of strength, not security concerns
Here’s a quick recap of our Twitter Chat on the strategic, security and intelligence concerns in the aftermath of the terrorist attacks around the world this past month via Storify.
Matthew Rae discusses the importance of including the military when discussing climate change mitigation.