Piotr Zulauf examines the issues surrounding the landmark Trans Pacific Partnership deal currently under negotiation.
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.
Following the Silk Road Seizure
Kyle Chatterson follows the trail of the Silk Road bitcoins seized by the FBI.
Is Iran’s Extension of the Nuclear Negotiations an Attempt to Buy More Time?
Daniel Woodburn discusses the most recent developments in the US-led negotiations between Iran and the P5+1.
The Return of the Old Guard in Egypt
Samir Mourani examines the role of Egyptian and Israeli elites in the illicit trade of natural resources.
The Hitchhikers Guide to the 2008 Financial Crisis: Part 2
In September 2008, the global economy faced a recession. Zach Lewsen explains why it’s so hard to overcome.
Hong Kong’s Dance with Democracy
Christopher Cowan examines the future of China’s “one country, two systems” policy towards Hong Kong.
U.S. Proposal Invokes Discussion on Canada’s Emission Targets
Alex Grigg examines how the American Clean Power Plan could impact Canada.
A Guide to the Euro Crisis (Part I)
In Part I, Alexander Langer discusses the formation of the Euro-Zone and the conditions and characteristics of the Euro-Zone leading up to the 2009 financial crisis.
Medicine without Borders: The Globalization of Healthcare
Adena Eliasoph explores the topic of medical tourism and the impact it can have on economic/social growth, relationship building, increasing healthcare capacity and infrastructure development globally.
Li Keqiang’s Visit to the United Kingdom: A Microcosm of West-China Relations
Through China’s relations with the west, Christopher Cowan examines the balance between trade and human rights.