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.  

Christopher Cowan Cyber Security and Emerging Threats Defense Diplomatic Relations Eastern Europe and Russia Security The United States of America

Russia’s Trouble with the INF Treaty

With ongoing back and forth accusations over violations of a 1987 treaty, Christopher Cowen examines Russia’s concerns over the applicability of this Cold War era treaty in the modern world.

Cyber Security and Emerging Threats Defense Eastern Europe and Russia Peace & Conflict Studies Security Sophia Alifirova Uncategorized

Crisis in Ukraine: Thousands of Russian soldiers and arms continue to flow into Ukraine through the unregulated eastern border

NATO images, released this week, prove heavy Russian military presence in Eastern Ukraine as the Kremlin continues to deny supporting the pro-Russian rebels. The international community recently gathered to discuss placing additional sanctions on Russia in an attempt to resolve the conflict.

Culture Cyber Security and Emerging Threats Development Expanding Community Global Horizons Health Jenny Yang NATO and Canada Society, Culture, and Security The Middle East and North Africa

Return to Hope: NATO’s Journey in Afghanistan

Jenny Yang’s interview from September 04, 2014 with Lt. Pitcher, who participated in NATO’s ‘Return to Hope’ project, meant to tell the stories of those in Afghanistan.

Cyber Security and Emerging Threats Diplomatic Relations Expanding Community Global Horizons Jenny Yang Peace & Conflict Studies The Middle East and North Africa Women in Security

NATO Council of Canada interviews NATO’s Assistant Secretary-General for Public Diplomacy, Ambassador Grabar-Kitarovic

Interview from ‘NATO: a Credible Security Provider? Strengthening European Security and Defence Capabilities within the Alliance’ conference in Cardiff, Wales; organized by Forum Europe and NATO.