Are the Dodd-Frank regulations an impetus for the next great global economic crisis?
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The Threat of Russia Looms Over Sweden’s NATO Debate
Kevin Hempstead analyzes the polarizing debate in Sweden on whether or not they should join the NATO Alliance.
Special: “Digital Jedi” and Their Role During the 2015 Nepal Earthquake
A special Water Cooler piece written by Ariel Sim exploring the importance of “digital jedi” in the humanitarian network.
WikiLeaks and Saudi Arabia’s Troubling Foreign Policy
Daniel Waring discusses the implications of the recent Saudi Arabia foreign cables which were leaked by Wikileaks.
The Beginning of China’s Second Golden Age? Xi Jinping’s “New Silk Road”
Evan Blackwell examines the underpinnings of China’s New Silk Road.
ISIS and Conflict Antiquities: Understanding Artefact Trafficking
Vanessa Hayford explains the the troubling implications of ISIS’ illicit trade in artefacts.
Unsustainable Forces
Kelsey Berg looks at the Canadian Armed Forces’ (CAF) recent acquisition of the Cyclone Helicopters and its procurement strategy. Additionally, she explores the gap between the current structure of the CAF’s available funding, the ‘ambition-capability’ gap and how this will affect the future of the CAF.
Five Things You Need to Know About the ‘Grexit’
The Greece situation lies at the heart of the world economy. Learn more about it here.
The Syrian Spectacle: Paradigm Shift
Hasan Siddiqui guides the discussion of shifting U.S. policy in Syria, tying in Iran’s nuclear programme negotiations and discontentment from America’s regional allies.
World Refugee Crisis: What Responsibility Does the West Hold?
The world faces a refugee crisis as the number of forcibly displaced persons tops 50 million for the first time since WWII, Kristyn Byrne investigates