North America: Changing Contexts and Evolving Dynamics

While the US’ geopolitical dominance of North America remains unchallenged, closer economic integration continues to change its character. Some of these changes, such as greater cyber integration, may add to the region’s vulnerabilities, while others, such as cross-border public exchanges, are just a fact of life. This week, we will trace how the nature of US dominance in the region continues to evolve.

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16 May 2013 Audio

Welcome to the ISN’s Expanded Audio Holdings

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22 May 2013 Security Watch

Shortcut to U.S. Economic Competitiveness: A Seamless North American Market

Is the benefit of having a single North American market strictly economic? Yes, Robert Pastor admits, such a market would impose a common external tariff and lift restrictions on assorted activities, but its true value would be to foster a deeper sense of community among North Americans. More on «Shortcut to U.S. Economic Competitiveness: A Seamless North American Market»


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21 May 2013 Security Watch

Give Colombia's Long-Overdue Peace a Chance

Continued dissatisfaction with the Colombian peace process may impact the final outcome of next year's presidential elections. The stumbling talks may also come to represent yet another missed opportunity to end decades of conflict between the state and FARC rebels, or so warns Robert Valencia. More on «Give Colombia's Long-Overdue Peace a Chance»


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8 May 2013 Publications

Timor-Leste: Stability at What Cost?

Timor-Leste’s recovery from its 2006 political crisis is questionable. Gas and oil revenues been used to line the pockets of disaffected groups and recent elections have put power in the hands of the few. Can the country overcome these pathologies, and ensure its long-term security and stability, asks the ICG? More on «Timor-Leste: Stability at What Cost?»


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