Emily Simonin looks at U.S. policy developments in the Arctic and their implications for Canada.
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.
Reconstituting Venezuelan Identity in the Wake of Hugo Chavez
After the death of Hugo Chavez, Venezuelans face an uncertain future. Only a united Venezuela can steer the country away from economic disaster and towards shared prosperity.
NATO and the Cyber Security Imperative
Avery Bruenjes on the need for NATO dialogue on cyber security.
CCTV Nations: Surveillance Societies in the Fight Against Terror
Milosz Zak looks at the ever growing significance of closed-circuit television in “surveillance societies” and how it has factored into some recent cases of terrorism.
Machines at War: The Morality of Armed Robot Weapon Systems
While we are right to ban the development of robot weapon systems, reality dictates that the fears over their use may be at least somewhat exaggerated.
Libyan Limbo: Is NATO The Answer?
Since the conclusion of Operation Unified Protector in 2011, Libya has been marred by lawlessness and instability. This article examines whether a NATO operation could help strengthen the Libyan security landscape.
North Korea’s Emerging Cyber-Warfare
Sandra Song on North Korea’s emerging cyber-warfare capabilities.
Tears in Taksim Square
Christopher Kelly comments on the turmoil in Turkey and Prime Minister Erdoğan’s polarizing policies.
Obama’s New Drone Policy: A Step to End the War on Terror or Much of the Same?
In a major policy speech on Thursday, May 23, US President Barack Obama introduced several important, yet subtle, changes in the character and course of the American war on terror. The most notable changes came in the form of unmanned drone strike procedures, where lethal drones have been used to target Al-Qaeda operatives in Pakistan Read More…
Shaping Perceptions and Protecting Rights: Transnational Migration in Perspective
George P.R. Benson-Patterson on the positive potential of human migration patterns.