Zahra Sachedina notes the positive effect mobile phones and their technology is having in Afghanistan and their potential in re-developing the country
Security, Trade and the Economy
The Security, Trade and the Economy program aims to provide Canadians with relevant and accessible analysis on current international economic policies with a focus on Canadian interests and trade security. Additionally, the program examines our country’s commitment to NATO’s mandate of encouraging economic collaboration and eliminating economic conflict.
Commonwealth Shutting its Doors
Krista Burns discusses the implication of new regulations and policies of the Commonwealth countries on movement of people focusing on students and skilled workers.
The “Great” Canadian Trade Agenda
Ben Hartley on the importance of diversifying Canadian trade.
The Need for German Hegemony in the Eurozone
Christopher Kelly makes the case for decisive German leadership to navigate the eurozone through the crisis.
Politics and Economics: the blurry line that isn’t
Zahra Sachedina examines the ever relevant China-Africa dynamic
A Dollar in Decline?: The Future of the Greenback
Tyler Amos analyzes the recent decline of the American Dollar and its prospects as the main international reserve currency.
Hardball just doesn’t work: Sanctions vs incentives in the US decision to suspend the GSP to Bangladesh
Tyler Amos explains why suspending the GSP is not the most efficient way to ensure worker safety in Bangladesh.
All That Glitters, Is Not Gold
Emily Simonin on the reckless role of credit rating agencies in the financial crisis and the future of the ratings industry.
The Spark for African Growth? Social Investment in Entrepreneurs
Tyler Amos discusses the potential of social investment as an engine of African Growth.
5 Ways Obama’s Green Intentions Will Affect the Canadian Economy
Diana Rivera analyzes Obama’s climate strategy and its implications for the Canadian economy.