Egypt and the IMF are in the process of finalizing a US$12 billion loan deal. Is the IMF helping to pave the way towards greater prosperity in Egypt, or to greater political instability? Charlotte Provost discusses the potential ramifications of the financial agreement.
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President Obama and Prime Minister Trudeau: Foreign Policy Hawks
Matthew Rae discusses Prime Minister Trudeau’s foreign policy.
Why Kosovo Matters: What the West Doesn’t Understand About the Balkans- Part III
In the final piece to his “What the West Doesn’t Understand About the Balkans” series, Vedran Kuljanin looks at why Kosovo is an important piece of land to both Albanians and Serbians alike and how the West misdiagnoses the problems present.
The Panama Papers and European Political Accountability
Vedran Kuljanin explores the Panama Papers and the effect it could have on the political accountability of Europe.
Canada’s NATO Podcasts: Interview with Mr. Jeff Yurek
Listen as Member of the Provincial Parliament for Elgin-Middlesex London, Mr. Jeff Yurek provides advice to those interested in pursuing politics and diplomacy.
New Perspectives: Model United Nations and Disaster Risk Reduction
A couple of weekends ago, I chaired a committee at McGill University’s high school Model United Nations conference. 180 excited high school students simulated the United Nations World Conference on Disaster Risk Reduction, working together to address topics like gender, poverty, and technology, all within the context of sustainable risk mitigation of natural disasters. By Read More…
Women in Russia: Where Do They Stand?
Kelly Rahardja examines women’s rights in Russia in her latest infographic.
Studying Alternatives: Third Way Politics and Economics
Michael Oshell examines the political and economic framework of Anthony Gidden’s ‘Third Way’.
From Microstate to “Little Sparta”: the International Rise of the United Arab Emirates
Marta Canneri examines the emergence of the United Arab Emirates as a powerful figure in global politics
A Tightrope of Commitment: UNSCR 1325
Maria Baginska examines the United Nations Security Council Resolution 1325 and questions the international community’s commitment to women’s involvement in security negotiations, as well as their overall rights.