Paul Pryce explores the implications of piracy on the coastlines of Benin and Togo and suggests some possible solutions.
Canadian Armed Forces
On the ground, in the air and on the water, the men and women of the Canadian Armed Forces stand watch over the country and defend its interests at home and abroad. The Canadian Armed Forces Program aims to provide an in-depth analysis of the issues facing Canadian soldiers across all branches of the military in order to give Canadians varying perspectives on the men and women who defend their country.
HMCS Toronto: A Year of Counter-Smuggling
“Paul Pryce discusses the role of HMCS Toronto in the fight against drug smuggling in the Arabian Sea.
China donates less to the Philippines’ than IKEA or Coca-Cola
Jasen Sagman examines how China’s frugal donation to the Super Typhoon Haiyan relief efforts will hinder its standing on the global stage.
The Ninth Gulf Maritime Trade Fair and the Mastech Conference
Hamza Salahuddin takes a look into this week’s Gulf Maritime Trade Fair and Mastech Conference in the United Arab Emirates.
Canada’s War in Afghanistan: Lessons Learned?
Misha Boutilier on the lessons learned from Canada’s time in Afghanistan
What is Canada’s Standing in NATO?
Daniel Hart discusses the recent criticism of Canada’s contributions to NATO
Canada’s Unique Response to International Disasters
Vanita Thind on how Canada has responded to Typhoon Haiyan.
How is Canada’s Disaster Assistance Response Team (DART) Contributing to Relief Efforts in the Philippines?
Allyson Haarstad on the effectiveness of Canada’s Disaster Assistance Response Team in the Philippines
Israeli Security Operations in Egypt’s Suez Canal
Jasen explores recent reports that an Israeli security firm has been providing armed security in Egypt’s Suez Canal.
The White Poppy Debate
Misha Boutilier discusses the debate surrounding the wearing of white poppies