North America
Experts for international foreign and security policy
As a major global power center, North America’s foreign affairs and security policy are deeply interconnected with economic and military influence. Our working group delves into U.S., Canada, and Mexico relations, exploring security threats, trade agreements, and regional stability, while assessing North America’s strategic positioning on the world stage.
Military Recruitment Across Four NATO States in 2025
A Comparison between the USA, Canada, Poland & Germany
What challenges are being faced by the U.S., Canada, Poland, and Germany with regard to military recruitment? Different political and military pressures have driven many innovative practices but with mixed results. States can learn from each other's responses to military recruitment shortfalls.
February
The U.S New Oil Drilling Policies
Domestic and Global Consequences
How will Biden's offshore oil drilling ban affect U.S. energy policy and global relations? Joe Biden's ban seeks to protect ecosystems and combat climate change but could weaken U.S. energy control, potentially leading to greater reliance on oil imports and altering global energy geopolitics. The ban represents a commitment to environmental leadership but risks diminishing U.S. influence in global energy markets, prompting a reassessment of strategic positions, especially in regions like the Arctic.
January
Canada’s versus Mexico’s Stance on Ukraine
N/A
While Trudeau's Canada is siding with the West in supporting Ukraine, López Obrador's Mexico tries to stay neutral.
April
Climate Change and Energy Policy in North America
Challenges and Strategies
North America faces climate challenges but aims for net-zero emissions via diverse strategies in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.
October
Cuba at Crossroads
An Economic Crisis From a Geopolitical Perspective
How does the current economic crisis affect the international relations of Cuba? The Cuban regime is facing a major crisis that could potentially undermine its grip on the island. Cuba needs to rely on foreign powers such as Russia to maintain the status quo.
December
Haiti in Crisis
Gang Warfare and Disputed Territory
Haiti’s gang violence and instability prompt a Kenya-led, UN-backed mission to restore order.
July
Implications of a Trump Re-Election
A Global Outlook
A Trump re-election has strong foreign policy implications: an insecure NATO, US isolationism, and a reinforced Israel.
March
North American Trade Relations
The Role of NAFTA and USMCA
The free trade agreements NAFTA and USMCA played relevant but overexaggerated roles in shaping North American economies.
June
Palestinian Statehood
Growing Isolation of the United States
The American blockade of a UN vote on Palestinian statehood highlights different positions on the international stage.
May
Stuck in the Middle
How the Canada-India Dispute Affects Global Allies
Canada-India diplomatic row strains trade, alliances, and Indo-Pacific strategies amid Sikh separatism accusations.
November
The Arctic
A Reloaded Geopolitical Arena for Canada and the United States
Melting Arctic ice drives competition; Russia gains, Canada and the U.S. cooperate but clash.
August
The Red Sea Crisis
N/A
Escalating tensions between the US and Iran-backed Houthi rebels led to military actions and disruptions in the Red Sea region.
February
U.S. Presidential Election
The World Is Watching
International stakes are high as Trump and Harris vie for the 47th presidency in a tight, unpredictable U.S. election.