Is China adhering to international law? John Pollock discusses Beijing’s recent activity in the South China Sea and the response from the international community.
Society, Culture, and Security
The NATO Association of Canada’s Society, Culture, and Security program takes a look at the issues that impact Canadians’ every day lives while connecting them to international relations. The program covers a wide range of topics, which include: pop culture, art, film, global events, and socio-political relations. In addition, Society, Culture, and IR aims to examine and provide in-depth analyses that relate international affairs to the interests of Canadian society.
Canada has an Opportunity to Help Bridge Divides in Ukraine
What can Canada do in Ukraine? Charlotte Le Vay explores how Canada’s Charter of Rights and Freedoms can set a precedent to help end internal tensions driving the Ukrainian conflict.
Swiss Referendum Passes Surveillance Bill
Why have the Swiss people approved a bill that increases state surveillance? Eimi Harris offers a review of the new surveillance law passed in Switzerland and what the referendum results represents in the way of surveillance, security, and privacy.
United Nations Becomes Involved After Post-Brexit Uptick in Hate Crimes
After the United Kingdom chose to leave the European Union, reports of hate crimes against those who are not of English decent have risen as a result.
Canada and Peacekeeping; is Ottawa Investing in a Lost Cause?
Is Canada contributing to a lost cause? Jemma Finnegan discusses the value of peacekeeping in the 21st-century.
Coffee Talk: Gun Control
Emerson Murray, Fadi Dawood, and Michael Lumbers discuss gun control.
The Importance of Family Reunification in Refugee Resettlement
Jeyolyn Christi discusses the importance of family reunification in the refugee resettlement process.
From Berlin to Bautzen, Merkel crumbles and the Far-right rises
Is Germany beginning a slow transition to the far-right? Michele Di Leo analyzes how Merkel’s declining popularity amidst the rise of the far-right AFD will affect Germany’s political landscape.
Xi Jinping is Now China’s Most Powerful Leader Since Deng Xiaoping
John Pollock discusses Xi Jinping’s increasing power and influence in China, and the growing cult of personality surrounding his leadership.
A Race against Time: Paris Agreement Deadline Looms over Canada’s Slow Moving Climate Change Policy
Why hasn’t Canada ratified the Paris Agreement? Charlotte Le Vay explores why Canadian federal and provincial actors haven’t found consensus on climate change policy to the meet Paris Agreement GHG emission reduction targets.