While sectarianism has fueled Syria’s devastating civil war, Evan Blackwell explains that self-interest and security have also hardened divisions and prolonged the fighting.
4. Programs
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Reassessing Intervention and the Use of Force
Corinne Stancescu looks at and why and how states intervene, and the past and future use of Chapter 7 of the UN Charter.
Stavanger 2015—Looking Ahead to the NATO Parliamentary Assembly (Pt. 1)
Ian is discussing the major subjects of the upcoming NATO Parliamentary Assembly in a short series.
Seeking a Global Audience: The Evolution of Digital Diplomacy
What do Barack Obama and Humans of New York have in common? Kelly Rahardja discusses how international organizations and leaders are using social media to break down the diplomatic barrier.
British Watchdog Set to Crack Down on Defence Procurement
Margaret looks at how British defence spending will be affected by the Single Source Regulation Office
The Economics of an Exodus: The Economic Incentive to Accepting Syrian Refugees (Part 2)
Are Syrian refugees an economic burden or benefit?
Female Leadership at the UN: Has the Time Come for a Women Secretary General?
Seema Kawar explores the importance of pushing to select a woman as the next Secretary General of the United Nations.
Only “4 or 5” U.S. Trained Soldiers Left in Syria
Kristyn discusses the American training of Syrian soldiers and the challenges that lay ahead.
Talk to a Diplomat: Episode XIX Part II
Erick McKinlay discusses the relationship between Latin America and Canada, the United States, and the world.
Should World Issues Training Be Mandatory For Senior High School Students in Canada?
Our program editors ponder whether more should be done to prepare young Canadians for a global career.