Author: Mitchell Haid

Mitchell Haid is a recent graduate from the University of Ottawa with an Honours Bachelor of Social Sciences in International Development and Globalization. He has a passion for international studies, the world economy and politics, as well as learning about people, places, cultures, and countries. He has a range of work experience in the government, sales and business, as well as international teaching where he spent three months in Ecuador teaching English at a high school. Mitchell has also completed an International Exchange program at the Institute d’Etudes Politiques from the University of Grenoble, France. He plans on pursuing a career within the government in either the diplomatic foreign service sector, military logistics, or political stream. He desires further education with a master’s degree in either the field of international economics or global affairs from the University of Toronto, Ottawa, or Queens University. Mitchell is also working on completing his official Teach English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) certificate in order to teach abroad in South Korea, Thailand, China, or Japan.

Where is Greece Now? An Examination of the Debt Crisis

As its debt continues to grow, Greece must avoid defaulting on debt repayments by securing an additional bailout package from its international creditors. Mitchell Haid examines the severity of Greece’s debt crisis and the approach its European and international partners are taking.

Rising Military Tensions Amidst North Korea’s Latest Missile Launches

Tensions between countries are rising amidst North Korea’s latest missile launches. China, Japan, South Korea, and the United States are concerned about the blatant disregard North Korea is showing. Mitchell Haid discusses the most recent proceedings happening on the Korean Peninsula and how each country is reacting.

Exploring Chechnya’s Human Rights Abuses

Mitchell Haid, Operations March 13, 2017 Mitchell Haid

Mitchell Haid explores the severity of Chechnya’s human rights abuses and how its leader, Ramzan Kadyrov, governs through fear and harsh tactics.

Exploring the Effects of Economic Instability in Venezuela

Mitchell Haid, Security, Trade and the Economy February 13, 2017 Mitchell Haid

Venezuela’s economy and people face disaster amid a currency crisis, food and medical shortages, and a dangerous security situation. Mitchell Haid examines the severity of Venezuela’s problems and what the government is doing about it.

Terrorism at NATO’s Doorstep: Turkey’s Internal Strife

Mitchell Haid, NATO Operations January 27, 2017 Mitchell Haid

Turkey faces repeated terrorist attacks and increasing security threats. What does this mean for NATO’s vital ally in the Middle East and how might President Erdogan answer? Mitchell Haid discusses what may be needed to prevent further destabilization.

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