Alex Langer looks at the pros and cons of using sanctions as a tool of foreign policy.
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Afghanistan Election Crisis: Both Candidates Claim Victory
Stuart looks at what implications the election results in Afghanistan could hold for the future.
Hollywood and the Confusing Nature of Modern Feminism
Carlos Abarca examines the conflicting perspectives of today’s self-proclaimed feminists, particularly in the Hollywood industry.
The Future of Modern Warfare: Autonomous Weapons
Daniel Woodburn considers the implications of making the leap from semi-autonomous weapon systems to independent ‘killer robots’
Canada’s Arctic Sovereignty and Security: Time for a New Approach?
A discussion on what is wrong with Canada’s Arctic policy and why a fresh policy approach is necessary.
Germany’s Inconsistent Arms Export Policy
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.
The Hitchhikers Guide to the 2008 Financial Crisis: Part 2
In September 2008, the global economy faced a recession. Zach Lewsen explains why it’s so hard to overcome.
Attacks on Israel and the Disintegration of the Peace Process
Soheil Milani discusses the breakdown of peace, shifting US policy, and spiralling instability.
Landmines: The Invisible Enemy
In this infographic, Scott Falls outlines the global use of anti-personnel landmines and the international community’s efforts to eradicate them.
The Hobby Lobby Ruling: A Hard Pill to Swallow
Tina Bouffet examines the flawed premises often used during the Hobby Lobby debate on contraception.