Demyan Plakhov examines Canada’s commitments after NATO’s summit in a two part series.
Tag: NATO
‘Sunny Ways’ in Dark Days: A Reality Check on Trudeau’s Responsibility to Protect in Iraq and Syria
Prime Minister Trudeau’s ‘sunny ways’ will prove to be ineffective against an enemy that explicitly demonstrates a complete disregard for human life. Jayson Derow discusses why Canada has a ‘Responsibility to Protect’ the religious minorities of Iraq and Syria by taking the battle to ISIS through strategic and targeted airstrikes.
Security in the Nordics, Part I of II: Finno-Russian Relations in an Era of Instability
Part I of this series examines Finland’s efforts to keep relations with Russia open and pragmatic at the same time as she pursues closer cooperation with NATO. Stay tuned for Part II, which evaluates the Swedish perspective on Baltic security
A Split Military Focus: Could Colombia Mission Open Door to Peacekeeping for Canada?
Split between defence priorities. Kelsey Berg discusses how Colombia presents an opportunity for Canada to complete valuable work in international peace and security.
Tradewinds: Canada’s Engagement with Jamaica
With Exercise Tradewinds successfully concluded, Paul Pryce discusses the deep roots of Canada’s defence relationship with Jamaica.
Brexit and NATO: An Internal Threat
Brexit is not just a big deal for the EU. Juliette Bronchtein analyzes the consequences of Britain’s departure on security arrangements and the integrity of the Western-led security order.
Adapting With the Times: A Look at the TAPV as an Armoured Reconnaissance Vehicle
Seeking the best methods for maximizing capabilities on the modern battlefield. Matthew Sherlock-Hubbard discusses the potential limitations, technical advantages, and overall benefit of the Canadian Army’s new Tactical Armoured Patrol Vehicles (TAPV).
Israel-Turkey Relations: Return to Normalcy?
Will the thawing tensions between Israel and Turkey produce strong diplomatic ties? Sophie Barnett discusses how the recent agreement between the two states could transform Israel’s role within NATO.
Oil Exploration Begins in the Sea of Okhotsk as Russia and Norway Continue to Co-operate
Norwegian-Russian co-operation is affecting Canada’s policy decisions on the Arctic and Russian aggression in the far north.
Security Implications of the Brexit
Matthew Rae discusses the security implications of United Kingdom’s decision to leave the European Union