London Meetings Hint at Democratic Rebrand of G7
One of the world’s least consequential multilateral groupings is getting a democratic makeover as the G7’s first high-level head-to-head meetings in two years take place in London.
GPM Outlook 2016: The Beginning of the End for Islamic State?
Though 2015 saw Islamic State manage a string of high-profile victories, the terrorist group’s luck may be running out.
Canada and the F-35: a Match Made in Heaven or Hell?
Canada's potential purchase of F-35 Joint Strike Fighters has sparked questions surrounding the appropriateness of military procurement plans and the legitimacy of government contract practices.
Great Power Competition in the Balkans Heating Up
Great power competition in the Balkans is set to intensify over the short-term, especially if Hilary Clinton wins the US presidency.
EU-Swiss Ties: Is Switzerland at a ‘Dead End’?
Pressure is mounting on the old system of bilateral treaties cementing EU-Swiss relations, but there’s still no consensus over what will replace them.
Could Crimea Return to Ukraine?
The EU is banking on soft power to keep Ukraine and the Crimea together – and close to Europe.
Losing Your Alliance: Risking an American Withdrawal from South Korea
President Moon is flirting with disaster by favoring North-South reconciliation over the long-term health of the US alliance.
Obama-Modi Summit: US Pivots All the Way to India
Obama doctrine finally got its field test in India, a chance for the president to ‘walk the walk’ of the US pivot.
Political Discord in the State of Puntland
Political discord in Puntland stands as a reminder of the degree to which tribal politics are ingrained throughout Somalia despite government attempts to democratize political discourse.
Climate Migration: Preparing for Waves of Global Displacement
Climate migration is already happening, and our global and domestic regimes fail to adapt at our shared peril.