Tyler Amos on the Cypriot crisis and the rise of financial diplomacy.
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Iraq, 10 Years Later: Deprivation, Corruption, and Sectarianism
William Zhang on the state of Iraq 10 years after the advent of the Iraqi War.
Sweden’s NATO Membership Debate
Daniel Troup on the debate of Swedish membership with NATO.
A Rocky Relationship: The Issues that Divide Russia and the West
Christopher Kelly considers the troubled relationship between the US and the West on the one hand, and Russia on the other. In analyzing the ongoing international deadlock over Syria, the author provides a glimpse into the relations between Russia and the West in recent years.
NATO, Libya, an Syria: The Path Ahead
Leah Nosal examines Canada and NATO’s involvement in Libya and the path forward for Syria.
Ready to Turn the Corner? Britain and Maritime Piracy in Somalia
Aaron Willschick looks at the recent measures taken by Britain to reduce Somali pirate attacks and argues that the African country may finally be on the road to recovery.
As Close as Lips and Teeth? A Re-examination of Chinese-North Korean Relations
Following North Korea’s third nuclear test in February 2013, China has been increasingly vocal in its displeasure of the country’s recent activities. This article questions whether relations between the two countries will endure under such turmoil.
Reprogramming Currency: The Bitcoin Revolution
Diana Rivera explains Bitcoin, the newest virtual currency and its implications for central banks and economics.
East Coast vs. West Coast: The Differences in Maritime Piracy in Africa
Aaron Willschick looks at the puzzling issue of why pirate attacks have risen on Africa’s west coast and drastically fallen on the east coast in the Gulf of Aden.
Canadian Mining in Africa: Risks and Rewards
Chris Edwards on Canada’s role in mining efforts in Africa.