In the aftermath of the failed attempt at a military coup against the government of President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, there is potential for major shifts in the current geopolitical alliances. Kristyn Byrne explores what this means for Turkey’s NATO membership and relations Turkey-U.S. relations.
5. Authors of the NCC
A list of authors, past and present
NATO Stability through Enlargement
The Brexit vote proved what was thought not to be possible in international affairs – international organizations are indeed vulnerable to disintegration. Zhikica Pagovski explores how continued enlargement can be a stabilizing force for NATO.
Coup Attempt Shouldn’t Give Erdogan’s Authoritarianism a Free Pass
The Erdogan government has instituted a harsh series of crack downs following the July coup attempt. Carter Vance warns that an attempt to depose a democratic government should not allow it to act undemocratically in response
Eyes on the Arctic: The Role of Radar and Drones
Canada has the longest coastline of any country, which presents Canada with one of its greatest security challenges. Paul Pryce discusses innovative approaches to defending Canada’s crucial but remote waterways in the Arctic.
Microsoft v. USA Part II: The Security Value of Cross-Border Data Transfers
Eimi Harris highlights the need for reform for cross-border data transfer requests to maintain international security and prevent fragmentation in internet governance.
What’s in Store for Venezuela?
Why are people starving in Venezuela? Jeyolyn Christi explores the current food crisis plaguing millions in the country, and what the international community is or isn’t doing about it.
Progress on China’s New Silk Road sets path for Prosperity and Economic Integration
China’s OneBelt, OneRoad initiative is building massive infrastructure projects throughout Eurasia. Marko Gombac examines how China plans to bring economic prosperity and stability to a tumultuous region.
Canada’s NATO Podcasts: Interview with Jayne Pilot
Listen as Magdalena Surma interviews the President of Pilot Performance Resources Management Inc., Ms. Jayne Pilot.
Selective Criticism of Human Rights Abuse in the Middle East – Part I
Government violation of human rights is rampant in the Middle East, but criticism is intermittent. Juliette Bronchtein analyzes what Amnesty International’s latest report on Egypt’s repression tactics, and ongoing human rights abuse by Turkey mean in the context of a potential revival of peace negotiations in Israel-Palestine.
Zeroing in on a New Search and Rescue Aircraft
Canada’s procurement of a new search-and-rescue aircraft has dragged on for more than a decade. But there is hope for a resolution, Paul Pryce writes.