As Senegal deals with its first cases of Ebola, Guinea and Liberia continue to attempt to contain the outbreak. Lack of supplies and the rapid spreading rate of the disease have significantly hindered these efforts.
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.
The West Has Woken Up to the Threat of the Islamic State
Stuart Munnich examines the US-led coalition response to the emerging threat from the Islamic State and its implications.
Military Apportionment In the Event of Scottish Independence: Undertones of Amity or Pettiness? (3/3)
In the third in a series of three, Daniel Woodburn examines military apportionment in the event of Scottish independence
NATO Reaffirms Solidarity in Event of Cyber Attack
Rebecca Mukuna explains NATO’s role in the event of an international cyber attack.
The Mounting Death Toll of Russian Soldiers
With the burial of Russian soldiers increasingly being brought to light, Ian Litschko examines the questions being raised on this issue in Russia.
The Growing Global Refugee and IDP Crisis
Corinne Stancescu examines how today’s growing refugee population is creating one of the worst humanitarian conflicts of the twenty-first century.
Canada Joins the US in an Effort to Counter ISIS
Following the NATO summit in Wales, Canada vows to become more active in order to counter ISIS extremism.
From the Barents to the Bering: Development of the Northern Sea Route
With growing economic interest in the Arctic, Ian Litschko examines how the Russians have been developing the Northern Sea Route.
Obama’s Address on IS
Christine Martel-Fleming examines the impact of Obama’s speech on US-Iran relations.
High Stakes: The Uncertain Future of Thai Democracy
With the most recent coup in Thailand this year, the political sphere of the nation has been thrown further into confusion. In this article, Ben Abonyi examines the results of this changing political landscape and the future of Thai democracy.










