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Cyber Security and Emerging Threats Khalid Mahdi

International Condemnation of the North Korean Nuclear Test: Firmness in the Face of Insanity?

On February 12, 2013, North Korea conducted its third nuclear test. This article examines North Korean actions and rhetoric in the aftermath of the test, and the impact of international sanctions.

Cyber Security and Emerging Threats

Re-defining NATO’s Role in Energy Security: Far more than just ‘boots on the ground’

Energy has become a growing concern for international security as new risks are posed by the suspension or shortage of global energy resources. The need to maintain safe, reliable and adequate energy supplies will be an increasing priority of the 21st century. As former U.S. Secretary of State, Hillary Rodham Clinton explained during an address Read More…
Cyber Security and Emerging Threats

India, the Arctic and Canada: A Geopolitical Waltz

At first glance, India might raise some questions as to why it would have an interest in the Arctic, being located in South Asia and having nearly an entire ocean to itself. However, a deeper examination will reveal that India has very good reasons to pay attention to the Arctic: environmental and economic, both of Read More…
Aaron Willschick Cyber Security and Emerging Threats Eastern Europe and Russia Western Europe

The Connected Forces Initiative: NATO’s (Im)practical Road to Interoperability

Aaron Willschick takes a look at NATO’s Connected Forces Initiative and the major difficulties that go along with building interoperability within an alliance of self-interested members.
Canada Eastern Europe and Russia Expanding Community Security, Trade and the Economy

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.
Asia-Pacific Canada Maritime Nation Sarah Wang

From the Sea to the Dinner Table: Maritime Issues and National Identity

A recent sign posted on the window of a Beijing restaurant refuses to serve certain nationalities due to current international maritime disputes between state actors. Sarah Danruo Wang analyzes how historic disputes on sea (and on land) shape national identity and loyalty.