On the eve of our annual fall conference, which looks at Canada’s role in NATO following the 2014 Wales Summit, our program editors debate whether Canada should do more to pull its weight.
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US Foreign Policy: Time for an Update
Matthew examines US foreign policy and its inability to adapt to twenty-first century problems.
NATO and the New Arc of Crisis Conference
A Conference entitled ‘NATO and the New Arc of Crisis’ took place on October 28 and 29 in Madrid, the NATO Association of Canada thanks YATA, the Real Instituto Elcano, and the Fundación Botín for their efforts in organizing this fruitful conference.
Welcoming Canada’s New Minister of National Defence
Get to know the newly announced Minister of National Defence, the Honourable Harjit Sajjan.
Taking a Look at the BattleView 360
The defence industry is looking at improving battlefield communication. Paul Pryce explains that one new system seems to have the Canadian Armed Forces’ attention.
A ‘Dear Justin’ Letter on Foreign Relations
As Justin Trudeau prepares to move into 24 Sussex Drive, Eric Morse offers some foreign policy advice.
United Nations Security Council 1325: 15 Years Later
In 2000, the UNSC passed resolution 1325. Nancy Kanwal discusses key findings from the Global Study on the implementation of resolution 1325.
A Short History of Nearly Everything NATO: Pt. 2
Aishwarya and Ian continue their joint series examining the history of NATO. This week, they focus on NATO and Canada’s role in the Kosovo War.
How Will Foreign Policy Change Under a Liberal Government?
Justin Trudeau has promised a sharp break from the foreign policy priorities of the outgoing Harper government. Our program editors consider how much change we can expect.
Fact and Fiction: A Nuclear Dilemma
A review of the 1964 classic film its legacy on international security discussions.