With Donald Trump in the White House, NAFTA is likely to be renegotiated—and unlikely to be fixed.
Security, Trade and the Economy
The Security, Trade and the Economy program aims to provide Canadians with relevant and accessible analysis on current international economic policies with a focus on Canadian interests and trade security. Additionally, the program examines our country’s commitment to NATO’s mandate of encouraging economic collaboration and eliminating economic conflict.
Canada’s Housing Bubble
Low interest rates, a low Canadian dollar, and lots of foreign investment have created a housing bubble which may be about to burst, and Canadians looking to buy a home will pay the price.
Investigating Secular Stagnation, Part 2: Demographics
The populations of industrialized countries are at once leveling off and aging. It’s a trend that bodes poorly for economic growth as we know it.
The UK Scrambles for New Trade Deals to Replace the EU
The United Kingdom has 2 years to secure trade deals outside the EU in light of Brexit. British Prime Minister Theresa May is looking to a defense agreement with Turkey as a first step.
Exploring the Effects of Economic Instability in Venezuela
Venezuela’s economy and people face disaster amid a currency crisis, food and medical shortages, and a dangerous security situation. Mitchell Haid examines the severity of Venezuela’s problems and what the government is doing about it.
The Changing Face of Charity: A Quick Look at the Obama Foundation
The Obama Foundation has prompted its followers to “show up” for change. However, the kinds of changes the Foundation wants to make are difficult to measure, which leaves much of its work unfinished.
Behind the Fall of the Nigerian Naira
In 2016, Nigeria experienced its first economic downturn in the last 20 years. Problems with oil production and bad loans in Nigerian banks may be leading to a currency crisis.
Breathing Easy: China’s anti-pollution policy
2013 was referred to by Chinese citizens as the year of the “airpocalypse”, with approximately 62% of Chinese cities suffering from high air pollution levels. Chinese environmentalists issued their first “red alert” in 24 cities early January 2017 following dangerously polluted breathing conditions in Beijing. Air quality testers in China, which typically reflect “orange” or Read More…
The Horn of Africa’s Economy Boosts Due to Chinese Investments
Countries in the Horn of Africa such as Ethiopia and Djibouti are developing rapidly thanks to foreign investment. China is the latest player putting troops into a crowded field to ensure the security of their investments in the region.
Corporate Social Responsibility: Skin Lightening in India as a Means towards Economic and Social Prosperity?
The market for skin lightening products is growing in India, promising to elevate the social and economic status of women who use them. While marketed as socially responsible products, their effectiveness is questionable.