Khemesse Diop discusses Dennis Rodman’s recent visits to North Korea as a practice of “Basketball Diplomacy”
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 Subject of an Intractable Conflict Part 2: India Intends to Build a Separation Wall
Vanita Thind on India’s plans to build a separation wall in Kashmir.
Billboards: Building sustainability
Zahra Sachedina relates the effects of natural environment to peace and security and projects involved in building sustainability in developing regions.
The Beginning of Kim Jong Un’s Purges: Five Down, Two To Go
Kristina Grinshpoon on the death of Kim Jong-un’s uncle, Jang Song Thaek.
The Marijuana Revolution and Economic Initiatives
Maddalena Vani on the legalization of marijuana by the Uruguay government.
The Alliance of Social Media: Technological Giants call for ‘Wide-Scale Changes’ to U.S. Government Surveillance
Khemesse Diop discusses how the technological giants such as Facebook and Twitter are reacting to government surveillance.
Protests Ignite Ukraine
Dahlia James on the recent protests in Ukraine.
Canada, the UN, and Arctic Security
Daniel Troup discusses Canada’s changing approach to the United Nations and how it might relate to arctic security.
Bashar al-Assad Uses Instagram to Illuminate His “Good Side”
Vanita Thind on Bashar al-Assad and his attempt to refurbish his image through the use of Instagram.
Is Education NATO’s Next Battle?
Zahra Sachedina examines NATO’s take on education and if it is one of the vital steps to promoting peace and security.