November 2017

CSSD is pleased to launch a new series of posts by Centre fellows, outlining recent research-related experiences, including conferences, courses, exchanges, and research trips. Special attention is given to ongoing research by our doctoral students and early-career fellows.

The ICTY is winding down this year, with the resolution of Ratko Mladic’s trial for war crimes and crimes against humanity. William Fenrick, former military lawyer and legal adviser in the ICTY Prosecutor’s office, reflects on the ICTY’s origins, its effectiveness, and its legacy with respect to international humanitarian and criminal law.

Join us for a discussion about the current crisis over North Korea’s nuclear program, and for a preview of the film “Under the Sun.”

The office of the Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs has contacted the university to arrange a town hall-style event on November 16, as part of GAC’s ongoing series of consultations in connection with negotiations on the future of NAFTA.

The 9th annual Halifax International Security Forum will bring delegates from more than 90 countries to Halifax to engage in a constructive dialogue that will strengthen strategic cooperation among democracies and define the global security agenda for 2018.