Chris Edwards on the spread of Libyan weapons in Africa and the potential consequences of inaction.
Cyber Security and Emerging Threats
The NAOC’s Cyber Security and Emerging Threats Program features an in-depth analysis of latest trends, developments, and threats in international security. New security concerns are always on the horizon and our program seeks to examine these domains including global warming, natural resources, drones, urban conflicts, and cyberspace.
The program’s mandate is to keep Canadians informed on these rapidly developing and increasingly pivotal realms that are integral to all aspects of security.
The Fine Balance Between Privacy and Security
Christopher Kelly outlines the debate over privacy and security in the context of developing story on Edward Snowden.
Deeply Concerned: America’s New “Bunker Busters” and Iran
Emma Lecavalier on the United States’ new “bunker buster” and how the bomb may influence relations with Iran.
Looking for a New Urban Security Paradigm
George P.R. Benson on the security benefits of understanding the ‘social facts’ of cities.
The Broken Mirror: The United States and Asymmetric Warfare
In the last of his three-part series on asymmetric warfare, Tim Feller explores the United States’ difficulty in managing asymmetric conflicts.
Nuclear Non-Proliferation Efforts: Success or Failure?
Sandra Song on the state of nuclear non-proliferation efforts.
Border Controls and Europe’s Immigration Debate
Daniel Troup analyzes Europe’s border security measures amidst economic crisis and anti-immigrant sentiment.
Prism, the NSA, and Its Implications for American Privacy
Alexandra Zakreski discusses the surveillance program Prism and why it’s so problematic.
Guerillas of the Mist: The Character of Asymmetric Warfare
In the first of a three-part series on asymmetric warfare, Tim Feller examines the character of asymmetric warfare.
Caught in the Crossfire: NATO-Pakistani Relations and the American Drone Program
Avery Bruenjes on the US drone program and its implications for the NATO mission in Afghanistan.