Russian activities in Ukraine and Syria share similar motivating factors. Sandy Vingoe examines Russia’s global strategy of aggressively countering threats to Russia’s political buffer states.
5. Authors of the NCC
A list of authors, past and present
COP21: Issues of the Tiny Blue Dot
Analyzing the 2015 Paris Climate Change Conference
Why Women Matter: The Importance of Gender Balance in Government
In light of Justin Trudeau’s new cabinet, Genevieve Zingg takes a look at the impact of gender balancing in global governance.
Women of the Palestinian Intifadas
Seema Kawar takes a look at the participation of women and girls in the past Palestinian Intifadas and the most recent uprising.
Canada- A New Honest Broker
Matthew Rae discusses the role of the ‘Honest Broker’ in International Relations, and the Canadian government’s approach to returning to ‘Pearsonian’ foreign affairs.
An Unfriendly Reminder: American Displeasure Over Brexit
Anthony Galea explores American concerns over the United Kingdom’s possible exit from the European Union.
Talk to a Diplomat: Interview with Mr. Michael Hamilton
Senior Vice President of RBC Insurance, Mr. Michael Hamilton provides advice to students interested in pursuing a career in the financial industry.
A Game of Risk and Refugees: Do Syrian refugees pose a significant threat to national security?
The Paris attacks have made refugees public enemy number one. Are refugees a serious risk to national security and public safety?
How the Summer’s “Great Fall of China” Revealed the Communist Party’s Worst Fears- Part I
John Pollock discusses in detail the summer collapse of China’s Shanghai Stock Index and the implications for China’s transition from a command to a market economy.
An Arctic Innovation: Canadian Airships?
The Canadian Forces Aerospace Warfare Centre is exploring the potential for airships to patrol Canada’s Arctic. Paul Pryce discusses the feasibility.