The Erdogan government has instituted a harsh series of crack downs following the July coup attempt. Carter Vance warns that an attempt to depose a democratic government should not allow it to act undemocratically in response
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Eyes on the Arctic: The Role of Radar and Drones
Canada has the longest coastline of any country, which presents Canada with one of its greatest security challenges. Paul Pryce discusses innovative approaches to defending Canada’s crucial but remote waterways in the Arctic.
Microsoft v. USA Part II: The Security Value of Cross-Border Data Transfers
Eimi Harris highlights the need for reform for cross-border data transfer requests to maintain international security and prevent fragmentation in internet governance.
What’s in Store for Venezuela?
Why are people starving in Venezuela? Jeyolyn Christi explores the current food crisis plaguing millions in the country, and what the international community is or isn’t doing about it.
Progress on China’s New Silk Road sets path for Prosperity and Economic Integration
China’s OneBelt, OneRoad initiative is building massive infrastructure projects throughout Eurasia. Marko Gombac examines how China plans to bring economic prosperity and stability to a tumultuous region.
Canada’s NATO Podcasts: Interview with Jayne Pilot
Listen as Magdalena Surma interviews the President of Pilot Performance Resources Management Inc., Ms. Jayne Pilot.
Selective Criticism of Human Rights Abuse in the Middle East – Part I
Government violation of human rights is rampant in the Middle East, but criticism is intermittent. Juliette Bronchtein analyzes what Amnesty International’s latest report on Egypt’s repression tactics, and ongoing human rights abuse by Turkey mean in the context of a potential revival of peace negotiations in Israel-Palestine.
Zeroing in on a New Search and Rescue Aircraft
Canada’s procurement of a new search-and-rescue aircraft has dragged on for more than a decade. But there is hope for a resolution, Paul Pryce writes.
University of Toronto Women in House: Empowering Young Women on the Hill
In an interview with Tina Park, co-founder of Women in the House, Sophie Barnett explores how the program has excelled in promoting gender equality women’s empowerment within Canadian politics.
Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) in the Context of Global Trade
Julia Peng discusses how trade policies, agreements, and barriers can effectively prevent or encourage the spread of superbugs.