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.  
Asia-Pacific Christopher Kelly Cyber Security and Emerging Threats

Naming and Shaming in Cyberspace: Implications of U.S.-China Cyber Relations for NATO and Global Security

Breaking the long silence  On Monday, May 6, 2013, the Pentagon released their annual report to Congress, explicitly accusing the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) of sponsoring cyber operations against American government agencies and industries. Analysts and observers of global affairs and international security have long suspected the complicity of the Chinese state in coordinating and sponsoring cyber Read More…
Aaron Willschick Cyber Security and Emerging Threats Expanding Community Western Europe

A Global Partnership? The Challenges of an Internationally Connected NATO and the ‘Seven Continent Strategy’

In response to a New York Times piece from last week, Aaron Willschick argues that a globally connected NATO that confronts “global problems” is impractical and unrealistic.
Aaron Willschick Cyber Security and Emerging Threats Maritime Nation

The Future is Now: The Significance and Potential Danger of Laser Weapon Systems at Sea

Aaron Willschick argues that the U.S. Navy’s new LAWS laser system may be impressive from a technological point of view, but weapons of its kind threaten to push warfare to a futuristic and dangerous position.
Andrew Chisholm Cyber Security and Emerging Threats Eastern Europe and Russia Maritime Nation Security, Trade and the Economy The Middle East and North Africa

Prosperity or Instability? The Natural Gas Game in the Eastern Mediterranean

The discovery of substantial natural gas deposits in the Eastern Mediterranean Sea may bring prosperity but it also may destabilize the region’s politics and increase regional tensions.
Asia-Pacific Cyber Security and Emerging Threats Milosz Zak

Missiles at the Ready: Lockheed Martin’s test of the new PAC-3 MSE a success, but not an effective deterrent

Milosz Zak explores the significance of Lockheed Martin and Raytheon’s recent test of the new PAC-3 MSE Patriot Missile system in the deserts of New Mexico.