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Author: Léo-Paul Jacob

Léo-Paul Jacob is a Junior Research Fellow at the NATO Association of Canada(NAOC), currently in his third year of B.A(Hons) in Political Science at Concordia University. Prior to working at NAOC, he wrote for the ‘Political Bouillon’, an inter-university journal based in Montréal. His research interests include the Nordic and Baltic regions, along with European and Russian foreign politics. He is most interested by the existing relationships between Sweden, Finland, NATO and Russia. Those interests led him to study Swedish and Russian. After completing his B.A, Léo-Paul plans to pursue his Graduate studies in International Security or International Affairs in Europe. You can contact him via email- jacob.leopaul@gmail.com.

Military Reforms in Ukraine

Léo-Paul Jacob, NATO Operations June 6, 2017May 29, 2018 Léo-Paul Jacob

The Ukrainian armed forces, from 2014, have reformed to meet NATO standards by 2020. However, if Ukraine wants to join NATO, upgrading its army will not suffice.

Is Dmitry Medvedev replaceable?

Léo-Paul Jacob, NATO Operations May 29, 2017May 29, 2018 Léo-Paul Jacob

Due to his declining popularity, the fate of Russian Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev is uncertain. Vladimir Putin could choose a new prime minister following the 2018 elections, as to preserve his own popularity and legitimacy.

What Will Emmanuel Macron’s Foreign Policy Look Like?

Emerging Security, Léo-Paul Jacob May 26, 2017May 23, 2017 Léo-Paul Jacob

Emmanuel Macron’s foreign policy will be centred around building a stronger and more integrated Europe — most notably by developing greater defence cooperation between EU member states.

The Peace Treaty That Never Was: Russia, Japan, and the Kuril Islands

Léo-Paul Jacob, NATO Operations May 16, 2017May 29, 2018 Léo-Paul Jacob

Will the dispute regarding the Kuril Islands ever be resolved between Russia and Japan? Léo-Paul Jacob explores.

Keys to Understanding Russia’s Arctic Policy

Emerging Security, Léo-Paul Jacob May 9, 2017May 8, 2017 Léo-Paul Jacob

Russia’s Arctic policy is driven by energy and military considerations, but can it be sustained for long? Léo-Paul Jacob explores.

An Exploration into the Growth of Russian Cyber Warfare

Cyber Security and Information Warfare, Léo-Paul Jacob, NATO Operations March 25, 2017May 29, 2018 Léo-Paul Jacob

Seeing Russia’s growing influence within cyber space, Léo-Paul Jacob provides an overview of the threats NATO may have to face in the near future.

Heading Towards a New NATO-Russia Stand-Off in the Black Sea Region?

Léo-Paul Jacob, NATO Operations March 19, 2017May 29, 2018 Léo-Paul Jacob

Léo-Paul Jacob discusses the current tensions between NATO and Russia in the Black Sea, providing an overview of NATO’s operation ‘Tailored Forward Presence’.

Growing Tensions Between Serbia and Kosovo in the Western Balkans

Léo-Paul Jacob, NATO Operations March 11, 2017May 29, 2018 Léo-Paul Jacob

As tensions grow in the Western Balkans and Russia appears to be expanding its influence in the region, Léo-Paul Jacob provides an overview of the situation.

France’s 2017 Presidential Elections: An Overview

Léo-Paul Jacob, Society, Culture, and Security March 2, 2017March 22, 2017 Léo-Paul Jacob

Who is likely to become France’s next president? With the first round of the elections set to take place on April 23, Léo-Paul Jacob provides an overview of the current situation.

Limiting Russia’s Anti-Access/Area-Denial Strategy in the Baltic Sea

Léo-Paul Jacob, NATO Operations February 22, 2017May 29, 2018 Léo-Paul Jacob

How can the Alliance limit Russia’s A2/AD strategy in the Baltic Sea? Léo-Paul Jacob provides an overview, focusing on the importance of the Gotland and Åland Islands.

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