Indonesia Briefing
The following is a brief overview of the historical, political, military, and economic issues that Indonesia faces on the road to becoming a regional power.
Understanding Brazil
In this 45 minute interview, Dr. Ted Hewitt offers critical insight into Brazil’s role in the 21st century and its ascendency to global power. Dr. Hewitt addresses a wide spectrum of issues ranging from the history and shape of Brazilian-Canadian relations to what Canada can learn from Brazil’s technological advancement and expertise.
New “Debt Trap” Concerns over China Lending to Africa
Beijing’s critics will be watching for signs of it securing bigger stakes in Belt and Road projects in exchange for debt relief.
Pakistan’s Gwadar Port: Linchpin of the CPEC Corridor
The crown jewel in China’s Belt and Road Initiative, Gwadar port is a potential game-changer for regional trade flows. But the project is not without its risks.
Sri Lanka: Bitter Past to Prosperous Future
The Sri Lankan government’s defeat of the separatist Tamil Tigers in May 2009 only marked the end of the conventional phase of Asia's longest running armed conflict. The biggest postwar challenge has been to provide a negotiated settlement for Sri Lanka’s Tamils. But before the island nation can move toward a future of reconciliation, it must face the truth of its dark past.
What’s Behind the Recent Arrests of Cambodian Activists?
Exploring the forces driving a recent crackdown against opposition figures in Cambodia.
NSA vs. Google: Who Gets to Spy on You
What's the NSA fuss about when an established online spying regime already exists in the private sector?
US and Australia Move to Break China’s Monopoly, Secure Access to Rare Earth Minerals
Rare earth minerals are becoming a consistent theme in US diplomacy and trade policy.
US Election 2016: US-Saudi Relations
We break down the geopolitical fallout from the two very different views on US-Saudi relations being forwarded by presidential nominees Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton.
Trump’s New Wall? Mexico’s Southern Border
Mexico has missed a golden opportunity to stand up to US bullying and provide a much-needed lesson on the continent’s deepening economic interdependence.