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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.

Cyber Security and Emerging Threats

Canada’s Turn to Lead the Arctic: Focus and Priorities

As Sweden cedes its two-year leadership of the Arctic Council this year, it will be Canada’s turn to lead the Arctic nations, starting in May. Already, speculation is growing about what priorities Canada will be setting under its tenure, with the foci drifting between the environment, drilling, shipping and mineral resource development. In the next Read More…

Strategic Reserve

Media Advisory: Governor General to Invest 50 Recipients into the Order of Military Merit

His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General and Commander-in-Chief of Canada, will preside over an Order of Military Merit investiture ceremony at Rideau Hall, on Tuesday, March 5, 2013, at 11 a.m.