Emma Lecavalier on the political motives behind increased spending on the B61 gravity nuclear bomb.
Expanding Community
The Expanding Community program at the NAOC has three aims. First, the program seeks to explore the growth of the NATO alliance, prospective members and relationship with partners. Secondly, it looks at human rights issues and its effects on NATO member and partner countries. Thirdly, it features Canada’s global connections, including our links to other nations on a bilateral basis, and the role Canada plays within international and multilateral institutions. Check back regularly for original articles, as well as links to related news, blog posts and videos from around the world.
Canadian Mining in Africa: Risks and Rewards
Chris Edwards on Canada’s role in mining efforts in Africa.
Canada: Arctic Challenges and Opportunities
Christopher Kelly analyzes the results of the Arctic Council’s deliberations in Sweden, its implications for regional security, and Canada’s interests as it assumes the rotating Chairmanship of the Council.
Not So Fast: An Independent Scotland and NATO Membership
While Scotland continues to pursue independence, its stance on future membership in NATO may only be based on assumptions which is both puzzling and distressing for a country ready to vote in only slightly over a year.
A Global Partnership? The Challenges of an Internationally Connected NATO and the ‘Seven Continent Strategy’
In response to a New York Times piece from last week, Aaron Willschick argues that a globally connected NATO that confronts “global problems” is impractical and unrealistic.
On a Fast Track To Membership? NATO and an Independent Scotland
Aaron Willschick looks at the upcoming referendum on Scottish independence and argues that the country should not be given any preferential treatment with regards to NATO membership.
An Unlikely Alliance: Ukraine and NATO in the Battle Against Maritime Piracy
Aaron Willschick examines the unlikely partnership between Ukraine and NATO on maritime piracy, but warns that the former Soviet state has a long way to go if it wishes to be accepted into the West.
Partners for Peace?: Cyprus, NATO and the EU
Our resident UN commentator Gus Constantinou takes a look at Cyprus’ bid to join NATO and the island’s relationship with Russia and the EU.
Harper Government Announces support for Strengthening Economic Ties with South Eastern European Economies
On March 1st, Parliamentary Secretary Keddy highlighted the Government of Canada’s ambitious trade expansion plan as well as Canadian investment and expertise at work in Southeastern Europe’s industrial, infrastructure, mining and agricultural sectors.
NATO News: NATO and Australia reinforce partnership with new cooperation programme
NATO and Australia reinforced their partnership and set out their priorities for future cooperation by signing an Individual Partnership and Cooperation Programme (IPCP) on Thursday 21 February .