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.  

Cyber Security and Emerging Threats Expanding Community Sophia Alifirova The Middle East and North Africa

Afghan Runoff Election: Large Turnout Amid Allegations of Corruption and Taliban Violence

Approximately 7 million Afghans voted in the 2nd round of the presidential election amid widespread allegations of corruption, threats of violence from the Taliban and ballot shortages.

Cyber Security and Emerging Threats Diplomatic Relations Eastern Europe and Russia Justin Fantauzzo Peace & Conflict Studies Security Security, Trade and the Economy Society, Culture, and Security

Stuck in the Middle: Slovakia between East and West

Can states straddle the new divide between East and West? Justin Fantauzzo looks at Slovakia as a regional trendsetter in East-West relations.

Cyber Security and Emerging Threats Daniel Woodburn Development Energy & Resources Health Peace & Conflict Studies Rights Security Society The Middle East and North Africa

Decreasing rainfall: a catalyst for increased conflict in North Africa?

Daniel Woodburn discusses the link between erratic rainfall patterns and propensity for conflict in North Africa.