Publications

With the worldwide displacement of people at an all-time high, this paper explores 1) the strategic dimensions of group or individual resettlement; 2) which resettlement policies work best; and 3) the ins and outs of international responsibility sharing in the global refugee crisis.chevron_right

Given China’s growing economic and strategic stature, this brief examines the case for stronger cooperation between Canada and the PRC. It concludes that the Asian power’s impressive growth trajectory...chevron_right

This paper examines the various policy positions the incoming Trump administration will have to take when dealing with Russia. After looking at Russo-American relations during the Obama administration and the factors that...chevron_right

In this transcript, Angelina Teny, who is the Chairperson of the National Committee for Security and Defence for the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement In-Opposition (SPLM/A-IO), outlines 1) the root causes of conflict in South Sudan; 2) the current government’s violations of the 2015 ARCISS Agreement; and...chevron_right

In this transcript, Christopher Fomunyoh examines the electoral processes sub-Saharan Africa underwent in 2016 and how they’ll impact the prospects for democracy in the region. He also outlines why elections are a key pillar of every democracy.chevron_right

The articles in this issue of the Sentinel focus on 1) the nexus between mental health and terrorism; 2) the evolution of al-Qa`ida in the Arabian Peninsula; 3) the drone counter-drone competition that’s shaping up between the US and jihadists; and...chevron_right

This paper argues that the US has paid too little attention to the growing problems posed by water disputes, particularly in areas where it has strategic interests. To overcome this threat, the text’s author argues that pragmatic steps must be taken, including...chevron_right

This discussion paper argues that the US’ two terms on the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) have improved the body’s performance in several ways. Indeed, the UNHRC has 1) strengthened its commitment to country-level action; 2) helped fortify norms that…chevron_right

This paper discusses the cybersecurity risks posed by the mistrust that exists between the US government and the country’s high technology community, and what might be done to overcome the problem. While the text agrees that repairing the rift may...chevron_right

This policy brief not only examines the long-standing ‘special relationship’ between the US and the UK, it also explores the link between America and Denmark, which exemplifies the priority given by a smaller state towards Washington. As part of...chevron_right

Escorting UN missions in Mali, which is primarily being done by African soldiers who lack adequate training, equipment and support, is a highly dangerous task. According to this brief, the leaders of the UN stabilization mission in Mali (MINUSMA) should address the problem by…chevron_right

This brief investigates how inadequate collaboration and a lack of trust between European and African forces are impeding intelligence sharing by the UN peacekeeping mission in Mali (MINUSMA). In response, the brief’s authors outline how the mission could benefit from...chevron_right

UN Security Council Resolution 1325 on Women, Peace and Security assumes that the more female peacekeepers you have in a peace operation, the less sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA) will result from UN forces. Well, that’s not true in the DRC. As this brief points out, the…chevron_right

Well, can roads literally lead to peace? If having robust infrastructure has long been recognized as a way to promote economic development, might it not also help deal with conflict and fragility too? The problem in the latter case is that…chevron_right

This paper looks at the links between unplanned urban expansion and the spread of disease, particularly by reviewing the impact of two outbreaks of avian flu in Vietnam. The text concludes that 1) transitional rural-to-urban areas have...chevron_right