The looting and destruction of antiquities in Iraq and Syria by the Islamic State terror front threatens to wipe out the cultural legacy of the Bronze and Iron ages; the Greek, Roman, and Byzantine civilizations; and Sufi and Shi’ite traditions.
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An ASEAN Maritime Alliance?
Tensions remain high in the South China Sea, where a future conflict would primarily be fought by ‘green-water’ maritime forces. Paul Pryce surveys the region’s corvettes and their capabilities.
Oil Price Drop: What Does This Mean For Canadians?
In his latest article, Brian examines the impact of the oil price drop on different types of Canadian citizens.
Chinawood: Far East Influence on the American Film Industry
Brian Merry examines the impact of Hollywood’s interest in the surging Chinese film market.
The U.S and Canada: A Friendship, Tested
The trade relationship between the U.S and Canada has been tested in recent years. An analysis of Canada’s recent tense disputes with our Southern neighbour.
The Sino-Canadian Currency Deal
Christine Martel-Fleming examines the positive implications of the Canadian-Sino currency deal at both the provincial and federal levels of government.
Extending Iran’s Nuclear Negotiations and the Challenges Ahead
In his latest article, Malcolm McEachern discusses the recent extension of nuclear talks and examines the likely challenges to be faced ahead.
The Bitter Side of the Cocoa Trade
The global cocoa industry isn’t the dark place it was a decade ago, but more progress still needs to be made.
The Arctic’s Energy Reserves: A Golden Opportunity or an Unrealizable Dream?
Amidst a decrease in the price of oil, Erik Underwood examines the feasibility of exploiting Arctic energy reserves.
Three Arrows: ‘Abenomics’ and the struggle for Japan
As elections in Japan near, John Pollock examines Shinzo Abe’s economic policies.