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Tag: deterrence
Do We Need New Troops in Latvia?
Lionel Widmer discusses the Canadian and NATO military presence in Latvia and whether the force should be increases or decreased.
Interview with Gen. Ray Henault: On NATO
The first part of Touraj Riazi’s interview with Gen. (Ret’d) Ray Henault on NATO, Canada’s contribution to it, alliance credibility and NATO’s Rapid Response Forces.
Russia’s Nuclear Power, Part I: Nuclear Weapons and Doctrine
Moscow’s nuclear doctrine is increasingly intertwined with its hybrid warfare strategy, keeping the West off balance.
Interview with General James Cartwright: On the Strategic Consequences of Hypersonic Weapons
The first part of Touraj Riazi’s interview with former Vice-Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Gen. James Cartwright.
Interview with Lt Gen. Patrick O’Reilly: Costs of a Legal BMDS
Former Director of MDA Lt Gen. Patrick O’Reilly speaks to the NATO Association of Canada about what the cost effectiveness of a legal BMDS is.
6 Things to Know About the Defence Policy Review
Following the unveiling of the Defence Policy Review, the NAOC is pleased to present some highlights of the new document.
5 Reasons Why Upcoming US Interceptor Test Affects American Deterrence
On May 30th 2017, America will test its Ground-Based Midcourse Defense system (GMD) against a target designed to simulate an ICBM attack against the continental United States for the first time. This test occurs against a backdrop of growing worries relating to North Korea’s nuclear program and their active attempts to procure an ICBM capable Read More…
Why does NATO’s deterrent posture need updating?
NATO’s deterrence strategy depends greatly on American nuclear weapons. Find out why America needs to lead NATO in updating NATO’s deterrence posture with Touraj Riazi.
From Reassurance to Deterrence: Canada’s contribution to NATO operations in Central and Eastern Europe
Ryan Atkinson discusses how Canada’s military contribution in Europe fits in NATO’s shift from reassurance to deterrence in light of persistent Russian aggressiveness.