Reinforcing the Afghan Army Will the Polish Plane Crash Tragedy Cause Improved Polish-Russian Relations? Plane Wreckage Found in Afghanistan In Focus Newsletter #29 – May 21, 2010
Author: NATO Association of Canada
The NATO Association of Canada (NAOC) strives to educate and engage Canadians about NATO and its goals of peace, prosperity and security. The NAOC ensures Canada has an informed citizenry able to participate in discussions about its role on the world stage.
NATO Council Honours Captain (Ret.) Trevor Greene
Address by Captain (Ret.) Trevor Greene to the NATO Council of Canada May 18th, 2010: I am truly honored and deeply humbled by this award. To be a captain following two generals and an ambassador is daunting but I’ll do my best. Afghans have been brutalized by war for 30 years. They crave peace and Read More…
A Fragmented Force: Rebuilding the Afghan Army
A report by Reuters published on May 20, 2010, asserts that NATO has intensified its training of Afghan forces with the aim of reforming the Afghan National Army (ANA), a force which up to now inspired little confidence from the Afghan population. According to US Lieutenant-General William Caldwell, by aiming to decrease the high drop-out Read More…
Encroaching on NATO’s trail
“Ok troops, Kandahar City’s pretty much secure. Time to move south!” By Andrew de Vos
Roundtable with Commodore Jung
On Thursday, April 29th, the NATO Council of Canada hosted a presentation with Commodore H.W. Jung, OMM CD, Surgeon General of the Canadian Forces (CF). Commodore Jung spoke about the Health Services of the Canadian Forces and how they operate across Canada and overseas.
Finland’s NATO Debate
Finland’s relationship with NATO has a long and complicated history. Despite actively taking part in its activities and offering support for the Alliance, the Finnish government all the same rejects to apply for a membership in the organization in line with popular opinion, while retaining an option of applying in the future. Historical context At Read More…
The Path to Afghan Sovereignty
On April 27, 2010, at least three people were killed and 35 others injured after three separate bomb blasts hit Kandahar City, sliding it into an even deeper violence ahead of NATO’s campaign to launch a major offensive there this summer. The attacks occurred close to an air field and hit a compound run by Read More…
In the Shadow of the Russian Bear
An NATO Council weekly that offers a lighter perspective of global events. By Andrew de Vos About the artist: Andrew de Vos is an Australian artist who has recently moved to Toronto from Melbourne. He is influenced by all types of art, from the traditional to pop culture. He can be contacted at andrewdevos@gmail.com.
Invite Only
By Andrew de Vos A new NATO Council weekly that offers a lighter perspective of global events. About the artist: Andrew de Vos is an Australian artist who has recently moved to Toronto from Melbourne. He is influenced by all types of art, from the traditional to pop culture. He can be contacted at andrewdevos@gmail.com.
Kyrgyzstan’s Struggle for Democracy
The recent ousting of Kyrgyz President Kurmanbek Bakiyev has brought yet another new chapter in Kyrgyzstan’s journey towards democracy since the collapse of the Soviet Union. The Washington Post claims that the interim government, headed by foreign minister Roza Otunbayeva is attempting to reclaim Kyrgyzstan’s status as an “island of democracy” within Central Asia. Yet looting and violent protests are still occurring in the capital, Bishkek. Amid fears of a civil war, President Bakiyev has fled to Kazakhstan. To date, at least 84 people have died from the violence.