NIgel Trimble takes a look on Japan’s recent decision to return as a major military player in the Pacific.
Naval Issues
Russia’s Resurgent Navy: Assessing The Northern Fleet
With the world looking at southern Russia, Erik Underwood looks north, assessing the revitalization of the Northern Fleet.
China’s Developing Naval Power Projection Capabilities
With tensions rising in the South China Sea, Shahryar Pasandideh examines the power projection capabilities of China’s Navy.
The Case for the Turks and Caicos
“Paul Pryce explains how annexation of the Turks and Caicos Islands could benefit Canada not only economically but also from a defence standpoint.”
UK vs. ISIS: Part 2
In the secord part of his two-part series, Gabriel Mallows looks at how the reduced military capability of Great Britain will impact its new offensive against ISIS.
One Nuke, Two Nuke, Cold Nuke, Putin’s Nuke
As Russia’s military modernization continues to improve the Northern Fleet, Ian Litschko examines the nuclear additions to its arsenal in light of the information released through the New START Treaty.
Perceptions of a militarized Chinese Neighbourhood
Nigel Trimble looks at how the rise of China is spuring its Asia-Pacific neighbours to look to increased military spending.
Russia’s Pacific Debut
Russia’s recent Vostok 2014 exercise made waves in the Pacific. Paul Pryce discusses Russia’s increased military presence in the region.
The Northwest Passage Thaws: The Dilemmas of an Open Waterway
As interest in Arctic shipping rises, Erik Underwood examines the issues facing Canada’s control of the Northwest Passage.
Canada’s Supply Ship Crisis
With the recent retirement of the Royal Canadian Navy’s two supply ships, Paul Pryce explores Canada’s options to plug the resulting gap in logistics.