Vanessa Hayford looks at an unfolding humanitarian crisis in the Caribbean.
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 Hidden Cost of Japan’s “Collective Self-Defense”
Elliot Cho warns of imperial nostalgia in Japan and how the constitutional bill that would allow Japan’s Self-Defense Force to take more proactive role in collective self-defense is worrisome
Talks Extended: Future of the Nuclear Deal
Usman Javed discusses the future of the nuclear negotiations with Iran.
Russia vs. the West: A New Cold War or Just Hot Air?
Vanessa Hayford examines how escalating tensions between Russia and the West mirror the Cold War.
Saudi Arabia: Between a Rock and a Hard Place
Evan Blackwell looks at the challenges facing Saudi Arabia’s leaders as they attempt to counter ISIS’ plans for unleashing sectarian war in that country.
Growing the Islamic State Brand: ‘Franchising’
Mohy-Dean Tabbara explains ISIS’ highly successful strategy of ‘franchising.’
Outdated Thinking or New Grand Strategy: China, U.S. and Air-Sea Battle
Kevin Hempstead discusses the future of U.S. Armed Forces strategy and the implications of adopting the Air Sea Battle Grand strategy.
Inside the Global Signals Intelligence Apparatus: An Overview of the Five Eyes Alliance
Sandy Vingoe discusses the history and current capabilities of the Five Eyes intelligence alliance, and highlights the need for increased public oversight.
The Beginning of China’s Second Golden Age? Xi Jinping’s “New Silk Road”
Evan Blackwell examines the underpinnings of China’s New Silk Road.
ISIS and Conflict Antiquities: Understanding Artefact Trafficking
Vanessa Hayford explains the the troubling implications of ISIS’ illicit trade in artefacts.










