The rapidly melting Arctic is creating an opportunity for resource extraction and the expansion of shipping routes. In 2008, under the US Department of the Interior’s supervision, the United States Geological Survey estimated that 13% of the world’s undiscovered oil and 30% of its gas is located in the Arctic Circle. Eight years later at Read More…
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Bilingualism in the CAF: Legal, Historical, and Operational Perspectives
In her most recent article, Isabelle-Ava Pointon discusses bilingualism in the Canadian Armed Forces. With increased legislation and heightened cultural significance, bilingualism within the CAF appears to be increasing. Despite this, barriers still remain towards achieving a completely bilingual military.
In the Shadows? Gender Equality at the G7 Summit
Now a week out from the 44th G7 summit in Quebec, questions surrounding the meeting arise. Did Canada realize its goal of merging gender equality considerations with global economic growth?
Like a G6: Reactions to the Charlevoix Summit
American threats and implementations of tariffs have alienated the superpower further from its allies. It is in this environment that the world carefully observed the G7 Conference in Charlevoix, Quebec and witnessed the elevation of tensions between other Western leaders and the United States. NAOC Program Editors for the Canadian Armed Forces, Cyber Security and Read More…
Melting Ice, Thawing Relations: How International Law Can Ensure Peace In The Arctic
States must commit to international law if they wish to avoid conflict in the Arctic, Aidan Simardone writes.
The Long Road Ahead: From the G7 to the NATO Summit
After a jarring G7 Summit in Charlevoix, international leaders must brace for impact in Brussels. Will the Americans derail the upcoming Summit at NATO Headquarters? Canadian leaders must work with their allies to keep NATO on track.
Iran’s Nuclear Program Under Trump: Coercive Diplomacy Redux
Junior Research Fellow Ramesh Balakrishnan examines the history of diplomacy between Iran and America and how it relates to President Trump’s current rhetoric regarding the Iran Deal.
A Shifting Moral Compass: Gina Haspel and the CIA’s Detention and Interrogation Program
Gina Haspel was confirmed as the 7th Director of the CIA on May 17th. In his latest article, McCartney Lee discusses Haspel’s history with the agency’s Detention and Interrogation program, and whether or not institutionalized torture is an effective method of gathering information.
Combating Violence Against Female Politicians
On May 24, 2018, Canada celebrated the 100th anniversary of a minority of women’s right to vote in federal elections. As we reflect on this important milestone and the many trailblazing women on whose shoulders we continue to stand, we must also acknowledge the long road ahead to truly dismantle the barriers to equal access to democratic institutions at the national and international level.
Is Russia the Last Lifeline of North Korea?
With the ascendance of Vladimir Putin as president, Russia and North Korea have substantially resurrected their Soviet-era relationship, with both countries realizing the mutually beneficial economic and political potential. Russia, unlike the United States and the Soviet Union, does not have global ambitions such as export of an ideology but possesses a strong interest in Read More…