Will the ceasefire succeed? Michele Di Leo analyzes why the chaos in Syria means that a long-term plan for peace will be difficult to create.
Tag: Russia
The War in Ukraine: Russia’s Mystifying Stance
Canadians for Democracy in Russia presents photos and analysis on Russia’s continued cloak-and-dagger approach to the Ukrainian conflict.
Common Energy Markets – Interdependence in Critical Infrastructure between China, Pakistan, and others promotes peace
China’s $1.5 Billion investment in Pakistan energy utility provider signals a new wave of economic integration in Eurasia. Marko Gombac explains how interdependence on critical infrastructure creates peaceful relations
Interview with James Appathurai
Andi Asimetaj interviews Deputy Assistant Secretary General for Political Affairs and Security Policy and NATO Secretary General’s Special Representative for the Caucasus and Central Asia, James Appathurai.
Geopolitics of the Dissatisfied
Has the Caucasus region created fertile ground for ISIS recruits? Pierre-Olivier Bussieres examines how dissent has led to radicalization in a complex, vulnerable region.
Security in the Nordics, Part II of II Sweden and the NATO Divide
In Part II of this series, Sonia Liang examines the domestic debate in Sweden on how to best deal with today’s regional security challenges. At the center of this debate is the question of whether Sweden should join the North Atlantic Treaty Organization
Russia, ISIS and the West: Spoiling Tactics
The current streak of terrorist attacks in Europe has triggered a dissent within the EU. Pierre-Olivier Bussieres analyzes how Europe’s political divide will benefit Russia.
Belarus’ Balancing Act
Rejeanne Lacroix examines Belarus’ position in international affairs.
Security in the Nordics, Part I of II: Finno-Russian Relations in an Era of Instability
Part I of this series examines Finland’s efforts to keep relations with Russia open and pragmatic at the same time as she pursues closer cooperation with NATO. Stay tuned for Part II, which evaluates the Swedish perspective on Baltic security
With Recent Moves Towards Ukraine and Russia, Trudeau Plays the Long Game
Is Trudeau playing the long game in Eastern Europe? Carter Vance looks at the liberal governments softer stance in Eastern Europe