States are under no legal obligation to allow independence referendums, but should still allow them, writes Aidan Simardone.
Tag: Referendum
What Does the Iraqi Kurdish Referendum Mean for Operation IMPACT?
The Kurdish referendum takes place on September 25th. Despite widespread condemnation, President Barzani is continuing along the path towards independence and possibly renewed conflict.
A Shifting Global Economy, Part 2: Closing the Doors on an Open World?
This podcast is Part 2 in a series of discussions with researchers in International Business and Economics on changes in the global economy driven by political, social and technological trends. Our analysts discuss what changes to openness – of ideas, borders, capital – within societies might mean for the functioning and legitimacy of an integrated world economy.
Turkey’s Constitutional Referendum
Erdogan’s victory in the referendum shows the power of a leader channeling the national interest to take back the state. It is another expression of the populist trend sweeping across the Atlantic and the European continent and positions Erdogan closer to Nigel Farage, Donald Trump or Marine Le Pen than it does to Arab dictators in neighbouring Middle-Eastern countries.
Scotland: Out of the UK and into NATO?
Aidan Simardone explores whether an independent Scotland should be a member of the Alliance.
Is Ukraine Going to Lean Towards NATO after the Recent Violence in Avdiivka?
Will the violence in Avdiivka lead to Ukraine having a referendum to join NATO?
A Very Divisive Holiday in Bosnia and Herzegovina
What is the relevancy in the date of a national holiday? Rejeanne Lacroix examines how the disagreements over the celebration of the Day of Republika Srpska are representative of deeper issues inherent in the governance of Bosnia and Herzegovina.
It’s more complicated than Yes or No : Italy’s Referendum Explained
Michele Di Leo analyzes how the passing of the Italian referendum could intiate some of the most drastic political change in Italian history.
Colombia: The Play-By-Play
After half a century of conflict, peace in Colombia is within arms reach. Program Editor Ashley McIntyre highlights the situation in Colombia and updates us on what’s happening now in the peace process.
Swiss Referendum Passes Surveillance Bill
Why have the Swiss people approved a bill that increases state surveillance? Eimi Harris offers a review of the new surveillance law passed in Switzerland and what the referendum results represents in the way of surveillance, security, and privacy.