Although the EU’s collective defence policy is not well-known, Gabriel Mallows offers insight into Europe’s defence arrangements.
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The Canadian Coast Guard and Future Arctic Challenges
Stefan Konrad weighs in on some of the potential challenges Canada’s Coast Guard may face in the Arctic.
A New ‘Big Honking Ship’: Examining the French Option (Part III/V)
In a continuation of his five-part series, Christopher Cowan examines the advantages of procuring a French Mistral-class vessel.
Is Lourdes Spy Base Re-Opening?
John Woodside discusses the conflicting reports surrounding the re-opening of the Lourdes Spy Base in Cuba.
The Rise of Anti-Interventionism in Public Opinion
Malcolm McEachern discusses whether or not the arguable rise of anti-interventionism in public opinion impacts states’ foreign policies.
The Case for Improved US-Iran Relations
Seoren A’Garous examines how the international community and the United States can benefit from improved US-Iran relations.
Is the newly-formed Islamic State running short on popular support?
Daniel Woodburn looks at how the Islamic State’s take on Islam is undermining its goals and alienating those it would do well not to.
The Dalai Lama: An Ambiguous Figure in Sino-Tibetan Relations
James Keeling examines the role played by the Dalai Lama in Sino-Tibetan relations following the May 1951 Seventeen-Point Agreement.
The Human Costs of Fortress Europe
A discussion of Europe’s policy of increased security and militarization of its borders to combat the growing number of irregular migrants trying to reach its shores from Africa.
South Sudan Food Crisis: Potential of a Disastrous Outcome in the World’s Newest State
Ravaged by fighting between rebels and government forces, the interruption to the farming cycle threatens the country with the world’s worst food crisis in decades.