The world was shocked when Britain voted to leave the EU. Sonia Liang discusses the negative political and economic consequences of this decisions for Britain.
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.
Burying the Issue: How Immigration has Become Misrepresented in BREXIT
Political Correctness and Racism have obscured a much larger problem that exists in most develpoed economies that the issue of immigration has revealed. Marko Gombac explores the dangers of free movement of the labour market in the 21st century
The IMF’s Relationship to Neoliberalism is not, nor ever was, Straightforward
As the IMF begins to question and evaluate its past policies, the organization is finding multiple issues with its past legacy of neoliberalism. Carter Vance looks at the ups and downs of a complex ideological relationship.
Venezuela: In the Midst of a Political and Economic Crisis
Venezuela is quickly heading in the direction of a failed state and the Organization of American States is looking expel it. Kristyn Byrne discusses the internal economic and political crises taking place in Venezuela today and what they may mean for the future of Venezuela’s membership in the OAS.
Are Bitcoins for the Mainstream, and Are Governments Ready for Them
Bitcoin and other so-called Crypto-currency have been a hot topic in the world of currency for many years but have stayed in a legal grey zone. Carter Vance examines how a decision by Australian authorities can be forging a new path to legitimize the currency.
The EUs Swan Song: Resurgent Nationalism and the End of an Era
As Europe faces an ever mounting list of problems, nationalist parties looking to leave the EU have sprung up in every major country. Marko Gombac explains how these well supported parties are fracturing the Union
OPEC Failed Meetings: Does this Spell the End for the Cartel?
On June 2nd OPEC members gathered to discuss low oil prices. Kristyn Byrne discusses the tensions between OPEC members and what this means for future oil prices.
New Greek Deal Buys Time, But Sustainable Reform Requires Real Commitment
What can be done about the Debt Crisis in Greece? Carter Vance explores the vicious cycle of reforms and asks what it will take to really start helping Greece and countries like it
Brazil’s New Government is Playing with Fire and the World May Get Burned
The interim government of Brazil, led by former Vice-president Michel Temer, is sparking unrest by proposing unpopular reforms. Carter Vance explains why the government is overstepping its mandate and how the unrest could affect the world 7th largest economy.
Maximizing e-Commerce Part II: Goals and Solutions
In Part II of the series, Eimi Harris identifies solutions that can be taken at national and international levels to maximize the full economic benefits of digital trade.