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WIIS-Queen's
WIIS Blog
Our blog features the work of our executive team and general members, writing on topics relating to international security.
Japan’s “Iron Lady”: Sanae Takaichi
Author: Alexa Marchetti Photo Source: The New York Times, Sanae Takaichi Is Likely to Be Japan's Next Leader. Who Is She?, Javier C....
3 days ago3 min read
Revolution, Live: Nepal's Gen-Z uprising
Author: Alex McDonald Black smoke rose over Kathmandu, Nepal’s capital, at the beginning of September. The sight of burning buildings,...
6 days ago3 min read
A Message from the Co-Presidents
Hello! The Women in International Security and Intelligence (WIIS) Queen's Chapter is a student-run, gender inclusive organization dedicated to advancing women's leadership and participation in international peace and security. As part of WIIS Canada and the wider global WIIS network, our chapter works to connect students with academics, practitioners, and professionals who are shaping conversations in fields such as diplomacy, defence, intelligence, humanitarian response, an
Oct 61 min read
Portugal’s Open Door Dilemma: The Paradox of Tolerance
Author: Dusiying (Ami) Jin Portugal was once praised as Europe’s most welcoming country for migrants, but rising housing costs, political...
Sep 273 min read
Invisible Migrants: EU Border Militarisation on the Central Mediterranean Route
Author: Isabelle Lee This article contains references to sexual violence and abuse that some readers may find distressing. Reader...
Sep 222 min read
China vs. the U.S.: The New Cold War?
China and the United States have been holding disputes over international trade, technology,Taiwan, and military power since 1949. The...
Mar 263 min read
Arctic Sovereignty Through Inclusion: Canada's Commitment to Indigenous Voices
In December 2024, Canada announced a new innovative security policy that helps to balance national sovereignty with inclusivity and...
Feb 63 min read
UN Embargo on Arms in Haiti
On October 19th, 2024, the United Nations Security Council executed an arms embargo, expanding to include all types of weapons and...
Nov 21, 20242 min read
A Message from the Co-Presidents
Helloǃ As the Co-Presidents for the 2024-25 academic year, we are delighted to introduce ourselves. Fallon Gervais is a fourth-year...
Nov 2, 20242 min read
Feminist Foreign Policy: A Necessity for Global Security
Feminist foreign policy (FFP) is becoming increasingly important in bringing about lasting peace in the face of complicated global...
Oct 25, 20242 min read
Should Canada Take a Greater Role in the Haitian Crisis?
In light of the ongoing Haiti crisis, the Canadian government recently announced that it will provide 5.7 million in funding to support...
Oct 1, 20243 min read
Why Trump’s Criticism of NATO Demands a Closer Look
A lengthy history of controversy accompanies former President Trump's contentious tweets and remarks. More recently, his suggestion...
Feb 26, 20242 min read
Globalization as a threat: Interconnections between grain exports and military supply in Ukraine
There has been recent news on grain exports from Ukraine being banned by some European states, like Slovakia, Hungary, and Poland. This...
Sep 25, 20232 min read
A Team of Selfless Drivers Risk Lives to Provide Free Ambulance Services in Somalia
In the chaotic city of Mogadishu, where bombings and gun attacks are far too frequent, there is a team of volunteer ambulance drivers and...
Sep 18, 20233 min read
Revisiting the Question of NATO Membership for Ukraine
In light of the July summit and recent controversies surrounding a NATO official’s remarks, the question of Ukrainian membership in the...
Sep 18, 20232 min read
The Rise of Open-Source Intelligence after 9/11
What if things like Bellingcat existed in 2001? How did the attack by Al-Qaeda in the United States accelerate policy changes in the age...
Sep 11, 20232 min read
Racial Disparities in International Security: A Closer Look at Policy Changes Post-9/11
The events of September 11, 2001, ushered in a new era in international security, leading to sweeping policy changes in the United States...
Sep 10, 20233 min read
A Message from the Co-Presidents
Hello! As this year’s Co-Presidents, we are so excited to launch the brand new WIIS-Queen’s website and blog! We would also like to take...
Dec 2, 20221 min read
Welcome!
Welcome to the Queen’s Women in International Security (WIIS-Queen’s) blog, WIIS Words! WIIS-Queen’s (pronounced "wise") is a chapter of...
Oct 31, 20222 min read
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