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.  

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Assessing America’s Strategic Options toward China, Part II (b): Enhanced Balancing

In the second of of a seven-part series, Michael Lumbers examines America’s future strategic options toward China.

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Assessing America’s Strategic Options toward China, Part II (a): Enhanced Balancing

In the second of of a seven-part series, Michael Lumbers examines America’s future strategic options toward China.

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Assessing America’s Strategic Options toward China, Part I: Confrontation

In the first of a six-part series, Michael Lumbers examines America’s strategic options toward China.

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The War in Afghanistan Takes An(Other) Turn

Daniel Woodburn discusses the difficulties of post-war transition in Afghanistan, including the creation of democratic institutions and the challenges posed by transnational terror.