Stefan Konrad gives an in-depth analysis on the procurement strategy and controversy surrounding the Canadian government’s fleet of VIP jets.
5. Authors of the NCC
A list of authors, past and present
The Islamic State: A Decade in the Making
Samir Mourani examines key events over the last decade that facilitated the rise of the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria.
Tackling the Fifth Column: Counter-Terrorism Strategy Against ISIL, at Home and Abroad
With two out of every three insurgents fighting for the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) identifying as foreign born, governments around the world are on high alert against the threat of homegrown terrorism, as thousands of radicalized Western citizens return from waging jihad in Syria and Iraq. In the United Kingdom alone, Read More…
Fragile Peace Achieved in Ukraine
As the ceasefire in Ukraine holds, Ian Litschko examines how it has unfolded.
A Canadian Gun Culture?
The recent fatal shooting of an innocent young woman in Toronto’s downtown entertainment district reminded Canadians of the impact the current national gun policy is having on cultural values and societal welfare.
A Sexual Battlefield: ISIS and Iraqi Women
Ashley Boyes examines the challenges facing Iraqi women due to the recent rise of the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS).
The Extremist Trend: Why Western Youth are Joining a Foreign Fight
In his latest article, Carlos Abarca examines the alarming trend of homegrown terrorism.
China’s Role in Afghanistan after NATO’s Withdrawal
Christine Martel-Fleming examines the impact of Chinese-Afghan relations post withdrawal.
Arigato, Mr. Abe
At a time when policymakers in Europe and the United States are advocating for austerity measures to combat economic stagnation, Abenomics in Japan and its focus on stimulus spending could prove trailblazing
Russia’s Trouble with the INF Treaty
With ongoing back and forth accusations over violations of a 1987 treaty, Christopher Cowen examines Russia’s concerns over the applicability of this Cold War era treaty in the modern world.