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.

Asia-Pacific China Cyber Security and Emerging Threats Defense Energy & Resources Global Horizons John Pollock Maritime Nation Naval Issues Security Security, Trade and the Economy Uncategorized

Tensions in the South China Sea Mark China’s Growing Regional Influence

John Pollock discusses the highly contested area of the South China Sea and the power China is exerting in the region.

Canada Cyber Security and Emerging Threats Defense Diplomatic Relations Eastern Europe and Russia Expanding Community International Relations Jenny Yang NATO and Canada Security Security, Trade and the Economy

The Falling Ruble, Hybrid Warfare, and the Seventh Column: An Interview with Robert Coalson on the Situation in Russia and Ukraine

Jenny Yang interviews Sr. Correspondent of Radio Free Europe, Robert Coalson, on Russia, Ukraine and Canada’s role in the future of the region.

Ryan Krueger Security, Trade and the Economy

Cheap Oil: It’s Global Economic Impact & Canada’s Tolerance

The price of oil has continued to fall in recent weeks, and is expected to stay low for a significant period of time. The current plunge in pricing may be attributed to an oversaturated global crude oil market. Strong production amongst the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) members accompanied by a sharp increase Read More…

Christine Martel-Fleming Security, Trade and the Economy

Australian-Sino Free Trade Agreement and Its Effects on Canada

Recent debates have emerged regarding Canada’s reliance on trading with the United States. While this has been quite profitable, some argue that it is imperative for Canada to diversify its markets to other countries; namely China, the world’s second largest economy.   Canada must be strategic in diversifying its markets when trading with China to maintain Read More…