A three-part article analyses Canada’s diplomatic, economic and military policies to address the challenges and opportunities for the Asia-Pacific region.
Tag: Asia-Pacific
Should Canada and NATO allies build stronger ties with strategic partners in South Asia? Part II
NATO and India have the potential to establish a mutual beneficial military-diplomatic relationship creating security within Asia. A two part article explores the possibilities of an Indo-NATO partnership.
How to DIY a Free (or Cheaper) “Degree” in IR, Part 2: Regional Concentrations
Part 1 of this series outlined the MOOC IR “degree” project and introduced courses about the basics of IR. This part builds on the foundational courses to suggest possible regional concentrations. Middle East No doubt the Middle East, in the throes of unrest and endless conflict, is one of the most important regions Read More…
Haunting Memories of War: Comfort Women, militarized sexuality, and reconciliation
What is the significance of ‘comfort women’ in transpacific relations and military culture? Mégane Visette investigates the link between haunting memories of imperial sexual slavery and the development of military prostitution in East Asia.
Ripples, not Waves: China’s Military Buildup in the South China Sea
Carolyn Wong discusses China’s defence spending, military ambitions, and tensions in the South China Sea.
The Return of Japan’s Ambition: Shinzo Abe’s Assertive Foreign Policy
In his article, John Pollock analyzes the shift in Japanese foreign policy after Shinzo Abe took office in 2012.
Flashpoint Taiwan: A Turning Point for Cross-Strait Relations
David Sutton provides an overview of Taiwan’s predicament and the question of its future .
North Korea’s Emerging Cyber-Warfare
Sandra Song on North Korea’s emerging cyber-warfare capabilities.