Andrew Majoran examines the ISIL’s public threat to “destroy” Canada.
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.
“You Don’t Need a Weatherman to Know Which Way the Wind Blows”
Andrew Majoran examines the former terrorist organization “The Weather Underground”, and the lessons we can learn from their attacks.
Beyond the Numbers: Bean Counting and the Russia-NATO Balance of Power
There are many problems and risks associated with ‘bean counting’ – comparing the balance of power by comparing numbers. It ignores many measurable and immeasurable asymmetries which Shahryar Pasandideh discusses.
The Scramble for the Arctic
Christian Paas-Lang discusses questions of Arctic ownership.
Setting the Record Straight: Summary of a fact sheet issued by NATO
NATO explains why Russia’s accusations against them are unfounded.
UN Peacekeeping Fact Sheet
UN peacekeeping statistics for 2013-2014
Ghosts in the Darkness: A Case for Drones
Andrew Majoran makes a case for the use of drones in warfare.
Case of the Syrian Refugees: Lebanon
Lebanon now plays host to over one million Syrian refugees who escaped the conflict next door.
The Need for Canadian Involvement in the Central African Republic
Misha Boutilier argues that Canada needs to send peacekeeping troops or at least logistical support to the current peacekeeping mission in the Central African Republic.
French Elections and Political Stagnation in Europe
Daniel Troup discusses the recent French local elections and their regional context.