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.
A German Boxer armoured personnel carrier on display at the IDEX 2013 defence expo in Dubai, UAE. As the banners to the top left and right demonstrate, a German national pavilion was established to sell weapons to Middle Eastern countries at one of the world’s largest defence exhibitions.
Soheil Milani discusses the breakdown of peace, shifting US policy, and spiralling instability.
In this infographic, Scott Falls outlines the global use of anti-personnel landmines and the international community’s efforts to eradicate them.
Aylin Manduric discusses how countries in Europe and the Middle East are responding to the inflow of Syrian refugees.
Considering the recent crises in Libya and Mali, Scott Falls analyzes the security situation in Niger and discusses the impact destabilization could have on the region and the West.
In part two, Piotr Zulauf continues his discussion of Japan’s strategic stance, starting with the new National Defense Program Guidelines. Another policy initiative undertaken by Abe has been the establishment of National Defense Program Guidelines (NDPG) alongside the NSS. While the NSS deals with issues of grey zones and their dangers, the NDPG outlines Japan’s Read More…
Stuart discusses how heavily western militaries rely on satellites and why they are under threat.
In part one of a two part series, Piotr Zulauf examines the changing image of the Japanese military.
An analysis of the state and progress of biometric security technology at the border, in the workplace, and at home.
Are homegrown jihadists the new emerging threat? A look at the potential threat of homegrown jihadists to Canadian, US, and EU national security.