Carlos Abarca examines the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the international community’s involvement in the matter.
Security
Prime Minister Shinzo Abe and Japan’s New SDF (Part 2/2)
In part two, Piotr Zulauf continues his discussion of Japan’s strategic stance, starting with the new National Defense Program Guidelines. Another policy initiative undertaken by Abe has been the establishment of National Defense Program Guidelines (NDPG) alongside the NSS. While the NSS deals with issues of grey zones and their dangers, the NDPG outlines Japan’s Read More…
Prime Minister Shinzo Abe and Japan’s New SDF (Part 1/2)
In part one of a two part series, Piotr Zulauf examines the changing image of the Japanese military.
Spring Conference Round Up
Alex Liatsis summarises the NCC’s Spring Conference on Arctic Sovereignty and Security.
The Battle for Iraq: What is America’s Best Option?
Can ISIS be stopped? A look at the potential options for the U.S. in dealing with ISIS and the crisis in Iraq.
Using Oil as Political Currency: What ISIL’s Capture of the Baiji Oil Refinery Means for Iraq
Following ISIL’s capture of the Baiji oil refinery, David Hunter analyses the possible impact of Iraq’s political crisis on the global oil market.
NATO: One For All, And All For None
In his latest article, David Hunter discusses NATO’s member states’ different understanding of the intended role of the organisation.
An Ambiguous Time in NATO-France Relations
Corinne Stancescu analyzes recent shifts in the France-NATO relationship.
Taliban Kidnap Video: Canadian-American Couple Plea for Their Rescue
Samantha Di Santo discusses the recent release of a video showing a Canadian-American couple imprisoned by the Taliban.
The Role of ISIS in Syria
Samir Mourani examines the expansionist role of ISIS into Syria and the obstacles it faces from opposing rebel groups on the ground.