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.  
Cyber Security and Emerging Threats Development Health Jordan Michael Philips Refugee Rights Syria The Middle East and North Africa

Syrian Refugees in Jordan: Loss of Free Healthcare and Recurrent Deportations

In his latest article, Michael explores Jordan’s capacity to absorb refugees fleeing Syria’s war and to provide adequate health care and education services.
Africa Cyber Security and Emerging Threats Islamic State Kabir Bhatia Security Syria Terrorism Western Europe Women in Security

Understanding the Contradictions of the Islamist Jihad Part I: Martyrdom as Female Empowerment or Female Repression?

Kabir Bhatia tries to make sense of the contradictions inherent in the fight for a fundamentalist Islamist order by female Jihadis.

"Peter the Great"
Cyber Security and Emerging Threats Eastern Europe and Russia Energy & Resources Maritime Nation Stefano Spensieri The Arctic

The Coldest War: Part One

There is a new ‘cold’ war brewing between northern states, a war over arctic sovereignty.  With global temperatures rising and arctic ice melting, previously unnavigable paths have now opened up. For a few months out of the year, new passages are allowing for transportation, as well as mineral, oil and gas exploration. This means increased Read More…
Cyber Security and Emerging Threats Defense Iraq Peace & Conflict Studies Rights Security Sophia Alifirova Terrorism The Middle East and North Africa The United States of America

US Senate intelligence committee report: CIA “enhanced interrogation tactics” are not what American values stand for

The first 500 pages reveal “brutal” interrogation tactics used on terror suspects by the CIA. The Agency also stands accused of hiding its practices from the US government.
Christine Martel-Fleming Cyber Security and Emerging Threats Diplomatic Relations International Law & Policy Maritime Nation Naval Issues Peace & Conflict Studies Security Society Uncategorized

Deconstructing the Sino-Japan Conflict: The Diaoyu/Senkaku Islands

Christine Martel-Fleming examines the evolution of the Sino-Japan Islands conflict.