Why is it that some nations have so much wealth and some are poor? Do current economic formations have roots in historical processes? Lira Loloci gives us a postcolonial examination of the immigration regimes.
Author: Lira Loloci
Lira is currently the Editor of the Global Horizons program at the NATO Association of Canada. Lira is completing her undergraduate degree in Economics and minoring in Political Sciences and Social Entrepreneurship at McGill University. Her research interests involve European Politics, transitions from communism, ethnic conflict, economic development and sustainability. She has previously worked with the Ministry of Economy in Albania in the European Integration and Projects division, helping to implement development projects for SMEs funded by the EU. You can contact Lira at lira.loloci@mail.mcgill.ca
Interview with William S. Clarke
Lira Loloci interviews William S. Clarke, Managing Director at Winwick Business Solutions, a company that provides business advice to address global environmental challenges. Mr. Clarke discusses the most economically feasible technologies to address climate change.
Interview with Paul Beckwith
Lira Loloci gets an exclusive interview with climate change scientist Paul Beckwith on immediate environmental threats.
Infographic: The Before and After of Intervention in Afghanistan
How far has Afghanistan come since intervention? Lira Loloci provides an infographic of the progress made in reproductive health, child health and education.
Provincial Protectionism Hurts Canadian Economy
Why does Canada continue to have internal provincial protectionism? At a time when protectionism internationally is more prevalent than ever, such laws need to be urgently reformed.
Romania: Why the Lack of Progress?
Even before it joined the EU, Romania was one of the most corrupt countries in Europe. Now that Russian aggression is a major threat, Romania is seen as a very strategic ally. However, seeing how it is currently ruling under an interim government, the question remains: how much can Romania be seen credibly when it still has not solved its corruption problems?
The Highlights of NATO Parliamentary Assembly in Tirana- Defense, Stability & Cooperation
With The Warsaw Summit right around the corner, Lira Loloci gives us the highlights of NATO Parliamentary Assembly held in Tirana from 27-30 May. With defense, stability and cooperation high on the agenda of policy-makers, the member countries are expected to comply and help the Alliance address its 21st century challenges.
Quitting Alliances: Is Isolationism the New Path?
If Britain leaves the EU, what will it mean for the future of the European alliance? Lira Loloci discusses Britain’s referendum and whether this move will weaken the EU.
Climate Mitigation vs. Geoengineering: What should the future look like?
Given that international cooperation in climate policy is hard to achieve amongst countries due to problems of free riding, Lira Loloci discusses the effects of funding geoengineering approaches to climate change alongside mitigation efforts.
Does NATO Need a Threat to be Viable?
What has enabled NATO to maintain its position in the international security arena? Lira Loloci discusses how NATO’s role evolved and adapted to respond to the new challenges of the 21st century.