The African Union is deploying a force to counter Boko Haram and growing instability in the Sahel, but Paul Pryce doubts this will be enough.
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Tensions in the South China Sea Mark China’s Growing Regional Influence
John Pollock discusses the highly contested area of the South China Sea and the power China is exerting in the region.
Nigeria Postpones Democracy for Six Weeks… Hopefully
Malcolm discusses the significance of the postponed elections in Nigeria and the importance this has on fighting Boko Haram.
Humanitarian Crisis in Ukraine
Amidst a recent surge in violence in the war-torn Eastern region of Ukraine, Olga Radchenko examines the deteriorating humanitarian situation and the failures of the central government.
Barrage of Revelations Undermines Public Trust in Veterans Affairs
Ben Abonyi discusses the shocking revelations regarding Veteran Affairs Canada, and the lack of funding for Operational Stress Injury clinics across Canada.
Nigerians Set to Hit the Polls, Amidst Growing Violence Part II: The Candidates’ Profiles
In Part two of a two-part series on Nigeria’s upcoming elections, Kabir profiles Goodluck Jonathan and Muhammadu Buhari, the leading presidential candidates.
The Commonwealth: From Mere Association to Strategic Unification
In his latest article, Brian suggests ways in which the Commonwealth’s security could be expanded. The results could foster closer diplomatic ties and ensure long-term viability of the organization.
Nigerians Set to Hit the Polls, Amidst Growing Violence Part I: The Political Climate in Nigeria
In part one of a two-part series on Nigeria’s upcoming elections, Kabir explores the threat posed by Boko Haram to national stability, and the Nigerian and African Union responses therein.
Women and Security in the United Nations: Part I
Zaid Al-Nassir explores the history of UNSC resolution 1325 on Women in Security, and examines the Security Council’s implementation of the agenda thus far.
The Arctic’s Last Line of Defence?
Paul Pryce identifies some lessons from the procurement of the Kingston-class patrol vessels and highlights the role these ships and their crews are playing in securing Canada’s Arctic.