Brian Merry examines the impact of Hollywood’s interest in the surging Chinese film market.
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.
Interviewgate: A Tale of the Balance between Freedom of Expression and Security Pre-emption
In his latest article, Kabir Bhatia explores the Sony hack, the controversial film The Interview, and the importance of the continued protection of freedom of expression.
The Kenyatta Trial Suggests that the ICC is Still a Work in Progress
In his latest article, Malcolm McEachern discusses the limitations of the International Criminal Court.
The Myth of Multiculturalism in Canada
In her latest article, Rija Rasul explores the myth of multiculturalism in Canada.
Destroying the Social Contract Between Democracy and Journalism
Recent developments from Erdogan’s government put into doubt the strength of Turkey’s democracy, freedom of speech and free and fair media.
The Forgotten Crisis of the Democratic Republic of Congo: A Deadly Conflict Largely Ignored
Rebecca Mukuna examines the human rights violations taking place within the DRC today, and how such atrocities are being ignored by the international community
Canadian Mining Initiatives: The Importance of Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainable Mining
Samantha Di Santo discusses Canada’s efforts in assurign Corporate Social Responsbility within its mining industry
The Conscription Issue in Canada’s Two World Wars
In her latest article, Angel Difan Chu discusses Canada’s policy of conscription during both World Wars on the anniversary of the Dec 17, 1917 conscription election.
Canadian Embassy in Cairo Closed Until Further Notice
In her latest article, Sayde-Hope Crystal discusses the closure of the Canadian Embassy in Cairo due to threats posed by the terrorist group Ansar Bayt al-Maqdis, a relative newcomer among the Middle East’s seemingly endless supply of armed Islamist factions.
Early Elections and the Controversial ‘Nation-State’ Bill
In her latest article, Sayde-Hope Crystal discusses the dissolution of the Israeli Knesset and the controversial ‘Nation-State’ bill making its way through Israeli Parliament.