Overconsumption and the emergence of a “throwaway” society have contributed to the dangerous practice of exporting waste from rich countries to poor ones.
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Senator Hugh Segal Scheduled to Speak at the February 28 Forum
Senator Hugh Segal will be providing a keynote address at the NATO Council of Canada’s annual forum.
The NATO Council of Canada Would Like to Thank Our Sponsors: The Toronto Port Authority and Bankers Petroleum!
A big thank you to our presenting sponsor, the Toronto Port Authority, and our major event sponsor Bankers Petroleum for their generosity!
Should Emerging Markets Hike Interest Rates?
Anderson Christie explores the prospect of interest rate hikes in emerging markets.
Iconic Black Women Serving in NATO Member Governments
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Count Nigeria In: GDP Rebasing and the Politics of Numbers
Ian Whytock discusses the rise of the Nigerian economy and the implications of GDP rebasing.
‘Black Widows’ in Sochi? The Rising Threat of Female Suicide Bombers in Russia
As finishing touches were being put on the Olympic Village in Sochi, Russia in late January, local and regional police issued warnings of terrorist threats in the area. Authorities distributed leaflets to local businesses and hotels warning people of at least three women with ties to Islamic militants, known as ‘black widows’, present in the Read More…
Leading from the Bleachers: The Impact of the Federal Budget on the Canadian Forces
Misha Boutilier discusses how reducing the Department of National Defence’s budget is going to impact Canada’s hard power capability.
The Rule of Law: Holding the United States to a Global Standard of Justice
In this analysis of the U.S. global hegemony, Adena Eliasoph explores the motivations behind the U.S. withdrawal from the ICC.
The Corruption Index: A Cause for Concern
Rebecca McFadgen examines the Corruption Index and its implications both internationally and domestically.