Peter Charnvarnichborikarn discusses how Vladimir Putin rationalize his foreign policy decisions on the wake of increasing international insecurity.
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The Limits to Europe’s Union
Daniel Troup discusses the prospects for change in European regional governance in the context of the continent’s economic crisis.
The Arctic and the Arctic Council
Samantha Black discusses Canada’s approach and role in the Arctic and Arctic Council.
5 Ways Obama’s Green Intentions Will Affect the Canadian Economy
Diana Rivera analyzes Obama’s climate strategy and its implications for the Canadian economy.
The Chinese Stake in the Arctic: Trade Security
Georgi Ivanov explains the reasons for China’s increasing interest in the Arctic in the first part of “The Chinese Stake in the Arctic” series.
Canada and Russia Re-Assert Sovereignty, Ramp Up Security in the Arctic
Brenna Owen outlines some recent developments in the Arctic involving Canada and Russia and examines how they will interact and impact future developments and decisions in the region.
Smart Defence: NATO’s Attempt at Offsetting Austerity
Aaron Willschick looks at the primary issues revolving around NATO’s smart defence initiative and argues that it is time for Europe to reinvest in their defense budgets.
Exploring Syria’s Humanitarian Crisis – Part 1
In the first installment of his three part series on the Syrian humanitarian crisis, Cameron Becker, non-profit fundraising consultant and guest contributor with the NATO Council, explores the humanitarian cost of Syria’s immense refugee crisis.
From Neighbours with Zero Problems to Twitter Enemies: Effects of #OccupyGezi Movement on the Turkish Foreign Policy
Nil Sendil on the consequences of Turkey’s protests on the country’s foreign policy objectives.
The Joint Support Ship Project: Canada’s Procurement Dilemma
With procurement issues complicating plans to update the Royal Canadian Navy, Paul Pryce suggests looking to foreign shipyards for a production boost.