Fallout from the Ukrainian crisis may reach as far as the Arctic circle if diplomatic relations continue to deteriorate.
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.
From Disaster to Diplomacy: How Tragedy Fosters New Forms of Multilateral Engagement
Adena Eliasoph discusses the role of middle power states in disaster management.
Made in USA, Assembled in Canada (Part 1/2)
On recent Canadian-Iranian relations and the Iranian government’s recent diplomatic overture.
Ukraine or U.N envoy debacles will not derail nuclear talks
Relations between P5+1 & Iran have not faltered in the face of pressure from lobbyists, Eastern Europe, or a diplomatic impasse at the UN.
Syria’s Commitment to Peace: Exploiting Loopholes?
President Bashar al-Assad is expected to win the upcoming presidential elections – at the cost of prolonging the civil war.
Iraq Election Shrouded in Violence and Uncertainty
Janice Alvares examines the violence and instability leading up to the country’s first national elections since the withdrawal of US troops.
Profile: Iranian Foreign Minister Javad Zarif
Profiling Javad Zarif, the figure tasked with executing Iranian foreign policy and bringing the nuclear crisis to an end.
Iran develops aircrafts despite sanctions (Part 2/2)
Iranian companies working with international partners to develop domestic aircraft manufacturing capabilities.
American sanctions endanger international airspace (Part 1/2)
Sanctions imposed by the United States against Iran are against the spirit of international agreements on civil aviation safety.
Global Disease Eradication: Politics and Practicality
In late March, the World Health Organization declared eighty percent of the world as Polio-free.










