We look again at the failure of militarism to address pressing human security needs, consider the remarkable resilience of the UN on its 77th anniversary and end with some wonderful news about Patagonia’s new shareholder – earth.
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Canada shirks its responsibilities under international law
In a deeply disappointing response, the Canadian government has shirked its duties under international law and rejected the call for a Public Inquiry into the treatment of Afghan detainees.
Canada’s next top soldier
Chief of Defence Staff General Walter Natynczyk will be retiring in a few days’ time. Who will replace him?
Canada's next top soldier
Chief of Defence Staff General Walter Natynczyk will be retiring in a few days’ time. Who will replace him?
Situation in Afghanistan improves; Taliban desperate
2010 “‘After a difficult year in 2009, we now see a new momentum in 2010 and it has already started,’ [NATO Secretary-General Anders] Fogh Rasmussen said Friday.” (Slobodan Lekic, “NATO Chief: Situation improving in Afghanistan after tough year,” Canadian Press, 5 February 2010) 2009 “The insurgents are desperate and they are employing desperate tactics.” Brigadier […]