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.
With the passing of King Bhumibol Adulyadej, the political schisms within the Thai government leave an air of uncertainty over how much power the military will continue to seize. Will Thailand turn away from democracy and become an authoritative military state?
Increased border controls have suffered from a lack of enforcement in recent years causing a widening security gap that has allowed thousands of foreigners to over stay their visas.
Claudia Nieroda explores the lucrative resources that are causing rising tensions in the South China Sea.
A joint Anglo-French project to build a wall in Calais raises questions about the efficacy of walls. Ashley McIntyre takes a look at the proposed Calais wall and the problem with walls.
Pierre-Olivier Bussieres examines the interplay between trade, smuggling, and migration routes in post-Gaddafi Libya.
Eimi Harris looks into the Vulnerabilities Equities Process and takes into consideration the consequences of disclosing and withholding a zero-day vulnerability from tech firms.
Russia has been implicated in the recent hack of the NSA causing emails to be leaked and ended political careers. Cas Legrand discusses how it happened and what it means for the present and future of international cyber security.
The recent rise in “Lone Wolf” terrorist attacks has caused a wave of fear to spread in the Western world. Carter Vance explains what kinds of smarter policing should be put in place to deal with changing political violence
Violent insurgents and falling oil prices are creating a vicious circle for Africa’s largest economy.
Grace Lee discusses the Bastille Day attack in Nice, France, and its larger implications.