How does the U.S. dollar stay afloat even as the U.S. faces $17 trillion in debt? An analysis of the geopolitics of the US Petrodollar.
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.
The Slight Inconvenience of Oil Sanctions
As an exploratory well in the Kara Sea hits oil, Ian Litschko examines the the inconvenience of sanctions in the Russian Arctic.
When Barry met Modi…
With the recent meeting between US President Obama and Indian Prime Minister Modi, Anojan Nicholas looks at the growing importance and necessity for a strong Indian and American relationship
What the Alibaba IPO Means for the World Economy
The incredible success story of Alibaba proves the strength of companies in emerging economies. But what distinguishes them from western companies?
Capturing value by going commando
Anojan Nicholas shows how insights from the Pentagon’s internal “think tank” could revolutionize business strategy.
Economic Crisis, Round 2
Ryan Krueger examines the possibility of a second financial crisis if China continues down its path.
French Government Urges Air France-KLM Pilots to End Strike
Rebecca Mukuna on the consequences of the the recent Air France-KLM pilot strike.
The Politics of International Development Finance: China and The BRICS’ New Development Bank
Many have lauded the creation of a BRICs development bank as an alternative to the World Bank and IMF. But is this new bank as altruistic as it seems?
Coalition of the Unwilling: Anti-NATOism in European Politics, Part Two
In part two of a two-part article, Justin Fantauzzo looks at the rise of anti-NATOism on the European Right.
Coalition of the Unwilling: Anti-NATOism in European Politics, Part One
Anti-NATOism is widespread in European politics on both the Left and the Right. In part one of a two-part article, Justin Fantauzzo looks at the fusion of domestic and foreign policy in Europe and the emergence of anti-NATOism on the European Left.