In light of the recent Free-Trade Agreement between Canada and South Korea, this article explores the success behind the South Korean economy.
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The Imperial and Religious Roots of Anti-Homosexuality Legislation in the Global South and Eastern Europe
In his latest article, Kabir Bhatia explores Uganda’s, Goa’s, and Russia’s anti-homosexuality stances, and their roots in the doctrines of the Orthodox and Catholic churches.
Chinawood: Far East Influence on the American Film Industry
Brian Merry examines the impact of Hollywood’s interest in the surging Chinese film market.
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 Sino-Canadian Currency Deal
Christine Martel-Fleming examines the positive implications of the Canadian-Sino currency deal at both the provincial and federal levels of government.
Hong Kong, a Divided City and a Divisive Issue
In her latest article, Angel Difan Chu discusses the pro-democracy movement in Hong Kong as it reaches its tenth week.
Three Arrows: ‘Abenomics’ and the struggle for Japan
As elections in Japan near, John Pollock examines Shinzo Abe’s economic policies.
The Serious and Entertaining Sides of the 2014 APEC Summit
The 2014 Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Summit took place in Beijing between 10-12 November. Environmental and geopolitical issues, both regional and global, were discussed over the course of 48 hours, and agreements were reached, some of them exceeding expectations. In addition to reaching an agreement on gas emission with U.S. President Barack Obama, Chinese President Read More…
Iran Talks: The Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty
Rija Rasul discusses the recent nuclear negotiations between Iran and the P5+1.
The Hunger Games Are Coming To Thailand
The pop-culture phenomenon, “The Hunger Games” is influencing society’s relationship with their governments around the world.